How To Fix IR034 - Measuring point is used in maintenance plan scheduling

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IR - PM: IMRC - Measurement Readings and Counters

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Measuring point is used in maintenance plan scheduling

What causes this issue?

You are trying to enter the total counter reading externally. However,
<GL:measurement_document>Measurement documents</> have already been
entered, and this will interrupt the counter reading development.

System Response

As the <GL:measuring_point>measuring point</> is used in the
<GL:scheduling>scheduling</> of
<GL:preventive_maintenance_plan>maintenance plans</>, the system issues
a warning message.
INCLUDE 'VERARBEITUNG-ENTER' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Decide if it is absolutely necessary to reenter the total counter
reading.
If you reenter the the total counter reading, you should check that the
scheduling of associated maintenance plans is not affected.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IR034 - Measuring point is used in maintenance plan scheduling ?

  The SAP error message IR034 ("Measuring point is used in maintenance plan scheduling") typically occurs when you attempt to delete or modify a measuring point that is currently being referenced in a maintenance plan. This is a common issue in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) when the system detects that the measuring point is still active in a maintenance plan.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the measuring point is linked to a maintenance plan, which means it is being used for scheduling maintenance tasks based on the readings or measurements taken from that point. The system prevents changes to ensure data integrity and avoid disruptions in maintenance scheduling.
  Solution:
  To resolve the IR034 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Maintenance Plan:
  
  Use transaction code IP03 (Display Maintenance Plan) to check which maintenance plan is using the measuring point.
  Enter the measuring point in question to find the associated maintenance plan.
  
  
  
  Remove the Measuring Point from the Maintenance Plan:
  
  If you need to delete or modify the measuring point, you must first remove it from the maintenance plan.
  Use transaction code IP02 (Change Maintenance Plan) to edit the maintenance plan and remove the measuring point.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that the measuring point is not being used in other areas, such as work orders or other maintenance plans. You can use transaction codes like IW38 (Change PM Orders) to check for any active work orders that might reference the measuring point.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify the Measuring Point:
  
  Once the measuring point is no longer referenced in any maintenance plans or work orders, you can proceed to delete or modify it using transaction code IK02 (Change Measuring Point) or IK01 (Create Measuring Point).
  
  
  
  Recreate the Measuring Point (if necessary):
  
  If you need to recreate the measuring point after modifications, ensure that it is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate maintenance plans.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IP01: Create Maintenance Plan
  IP02: Change Maintenance Plan
  IP03: Display Maintenance Plan
  IK01: Create Measuring Point
  IK02: Change Measuring Point
  IK03: Display Measuring Point
  IW38: Change PM Orders
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing measuring points and maintenance plans.
  
  
  Best Practices: Regularly review and clean up maintenance plans and measuring points to avoid such conflicts. Ensure that all dependencies are accounted for before making changes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IR034 error and manage your measuring points effectively within SAP.