How To Fix IP815 - Strategy & is used in maintenance task lists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

• Message number: 815

• Message text: Strategy & is used in maintenance task lists

What causes this issue?

You cannot delete <GL:preventive_maintenance_strategy>maintenance
strategy</> &V1& as it is still in use in
<GL:maintenance_task_list>maintenance task lists</>.
The system has recognised that the strategy is at least still in use in
the maintenance task list:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Task list type &V2&
Task list group &V3&
Group counter &V4&

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-FUNKTION' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

How to fix this error?

Use the where-used list to find out any other maintenance plans that
are using strategy &V1&.
In order to delete a strategy, it must no longer be used in one of the
following objects:
Maintenance task lists
<GL:maintenance_item>Maintenance items</>
<GL:preventive_maintenance_plan>Maintenance plans</>

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IP815 - Strategy & is used in maintenance task lists ?

  The SAP error message IP815 typically indicates an issue related to the maintenance task lists and their associated strategies in the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) module. The error message usually states that a strategy is being used in a maintenance task list, but there may be a problem with the configuration or assignment of that strategy.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Strategy Assignment: The strategy assigned to the maintenance task list may not be correctly configured or may not exist.
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The strategy might be missing key data or parameters that are required for it to function properly.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the maintenance task list or the strategy.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the strategy or task list.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Strategy Configuration: 
  
  Go to the strategy configuration in SAP (Transaction code: IP10 or IP11) and verify that the strategy is correctly defined and all necessary parameters are filled in.
  Ensure that the strategy is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Review Task List Assignment:
  
  Check the maintenance task list (Transaction code: IA05 or IA06) to ensure that the strategy is correctly assigned to the task list.
  If the strategy is not needed, consider removing it from the task list.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the maintenance task list and the strategy to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like IP30 (for maintenance plans) to check for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the maintenance task list and strategy.
  Consult with your SAP security team if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on the specific error message and its implications.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IP10 (Create Strategy), IP11 (Change Strategy), IA05 (Display Task List), and IA06 (Change Task List).
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Plant Maintenance and strategies.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions related to similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.