How To Fix IS831 - & piece(s) of equipment without maintained views

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 831

• Message text: & piece(s) of equipment without maintained views

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS831 - & piece(s) of equipment without maintained views ?

  The SAP error message IS831 typically indicates that there are pieces of equipment in the system that do not have the necessary views maintained. This can occur in the context of Plant Maintenance (PM) or other modules where equipment data is crucial for operations.
  Cause:
  The error IS831 arises when:
  
  Missing Views: The equipment master record does not have all the required views maintained. For example, if the equipment is supposed to have a maintenance view, but it is not filled out, this error will occur.
  Incomplete Data: The equipment may be created without completing all mandatory fields or views that are necessary for the specific processes you are trying to execute.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require certain views to be maintained for specific types of equipment.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IS831 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Equipment Master Record:
  
  Go to the transaction code IE02 (Change Equipment) or IE01 (Create Equipment).
  Enter the equipment number that is causing the error.
  Check the views that are maintained for this equipment. Ensure that all necessary views (like Basic Data, Location, Maintenance, etc.) are filled out.
  
  
  
  Maintain Missing Views:
  
  If you find that certain views are missing, you will need to maintain them. Fill in the required fields in the missing views and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the system. Ensure that the equipment type and its associated views are correctly configured in the system.
  You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team or refer to the SAP documentation for guidance on the required views for specific equipment types.
  
  
  
  Check for User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and maintain the equipment records.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  IE01: Create Equipment
  IE02: Change Equipment
  IE03: Display Equipment
  
  
  Views in Equipment Master: Common views include Basic Data, Location, Maintenance, and Work Scheduling.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on equipment management and the required views for different equipment types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IS831 error and ensure that all necessary views for your equipment are properly maintained.