How To Fix IP386 - Check whether a counter has been proposed for all counter intervals

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

• Message number: 386

• Message text: Check whether a counter has been proposed for all counter intervals

What causes this issue?

You create a <DS:GLOS.multiple_counter_plan>multiple counter plan</> in
which one or more <DS:GLOS.maintenance_cycle>maintenance cycles</> are
planned.

System Response

The system tries to propose a suitable <DS:GLOS.counter>counter</> from
the corresponding object master record
(<DS:GLOS.equipment>equipment</>,
<DS:GLOS.functional_location>functional location</>) for all service
cycles.

How to fix this error?

If no proposal is possible for individual service cycles, assign the
counters manually.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IP386 - Check whether a counter has been proposed for all counter intervals ?

  The SAP error message IP386 indicates that there is an issue with the maintenance plan configuration, specifically related to the counter intervals in a maintenance plan. This error typically arises when the system expects a counter to be proposed for all defined counter intervals, but one or more intervals are missing a counter assignment.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to the following reasons:
  
  Missing Counter Assignment: One or more counter intervals in the maintenance plan do not have a corresponding counter assigned.
  Incorrect Configuration: The maintenance plan may not be correctly configured to utilize counters, or the counters themselves may not be set up properly in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the maintenance plan or the counters.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IP386 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Maintenance Plan Configuration:
  
  Go to the maintenance plan in question and review the counter intervals.
  Ensure that each counter interval has a counter assigned. You can do this by navigating to the "Counter" tab in the maintenance plan.
  
  
  
  Assign Counters:
  
  If you find any counter intervals without an assigned counter, you need to assign the appropriate counter to those intervals.
  You can create or modify counters in the SAP system if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Counter Settings:
  
  Ensure that the counters are correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the counter type, measurement units, and any other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks on the maintenance plan and the associated counters to ensure there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Test the Maintenance Plan:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the maintenance plan to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like IP01 (Create Maintenance Plan), IP02 (Change Maintenance Plan), and IP03 (Display Maintenance Plan) to manage maintenance plans.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on maintenance plans and counters.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you have custom logic implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the maintenance plan processing.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.