How To Fix /ISDFPS/LM_PM_ADDON223 - Maintenance order &1 does not have free status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/LM_PM_ADDON -

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Maintenance order &1 does not have free status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_PM_ADDON223 - Maintenance order &1 does not have free status ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_PM_ADDON223 Maintenance order &1 does not have free status typically indicates that you are trying to perform an operation on a maintenance order that is not in a "free" status. In SAP, maintenance orders must be in a specific status to allow certain actions, such as adding or modifying components, confirming work, or closing the order.
  Cause:
  
  Order Status: The maintenance order may be in a status that does not allow modifications. Common statuses that prevent changes include "Released," "In Process," or "Completed."
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on the order.
  Order Locking: The order might be locked by another user or process, preventing changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Order Status: 
  
  Navigate to the maintenance order in SAP (transaction code IW32 or IW33).
  Check the current status of the order. If it is not in a "free" status, you may need to change it to a status that allows modifications (e.g., "Created" or "Released" depending on your business process).
  
  
  
  Change Order Status:
  
  If the order is in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to change it to a free status. This can typically be done by using the transaction code IW32 to change the order status.
  Ensure that the order is not locked by another user or process.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the maintenance order. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines specific to your organization regarding maintenance order processing.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Transaction Codes:
  
  IW32: Change Maintenance Order
  IW33: Display Maintenance Order
  IW31: Create Maintenance Order
  
  
  Order Statuses: Familiarize yourself with the different statuses of maintenance orders and their implications on processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.