How To Fix IP888 - Enh. multiple counter plan can no longer be deactivated after the save


IP888 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

  • Message number: 888

  • Message text: Enh. multiple counter plan can no longer be deactivated after the save

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  • What causes this issue?

    You cannot reset the activation of the enhancement for multiple counter
    plans after saving.
    Deactivating the enhancement is no longer possible from the perspective
    of the potentially recorded data and would lead to previously unforeseen
    program flows.
    After saving, this activation applies to all the multiple counter plans
    within a client - even for those already created.
    The enhanced functionality is automatically available for multiple
    multiple counter plans that were created before the activation.

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?

    Procedure for System Administrators


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IP888 - Enh. multiple counter plan can no longer be deactivated after the save ?
    The SAP error message IP888 indicates that a multiple counter plan cannot be deactivated after it has been saved. This typically occurs in the context of maintenance planning and scheduling within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with maintenance plans that utilize multiple counters.
    
    Cause: The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons: Active Counter Plans: The maintenance plan is currently using multiple counters, and once it has been saved, the system locks it to prevent changes that could lead to inconsistencies in the maintenance scheduling. Dependencies: There may be dependencies or linked objects (like maintenance orders or notifications) that are still active and associated with the multiple counter plan. System Configuration: The configuration settings in the SAP system may restrict the deactivation of certain maintenance plans once they have been saved.
    Solution: To resolve the IP888 error, you can take the following steps: Check Active Counters: Review the maintenance plan to see if there

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