How To Fix /ISDFPS/LM_PM_ADDON202 - Force element & not defined or not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/LM_PM_ADDON -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Force element & not defined or not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_PM_ADDON202 - Force element & not defined or not valid ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_PM_ADDON202 Force element & not defined or not valid typically occurs in the context of SAP's Plant Maintenance (PM) or related modules when a force element (a specific type of cost element used in maintenance planning) is referenced but is either not defined in the system or is invalid for the operation being performed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Force Element: The force element you are trying to use has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or a missing entry in the relevant master data.
  Invalid Force Element: The force element may exist but is not valid for the specific context in which it is being used. This could be due to restrictions based on the type of maintenance activity or the status of the force element.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the force elements in the system,