IW227 - PM notification status does not allow creation of a PM order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 227

• Message text: PM notification status does not allow creation of a PM order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW227 - PM notification status does not allow creation of a PM order ?

  The SAP error message IW227 indicates that the status of a Plant Maintenance (PM) notification does not permit the creation of a PM order. This typically occurs when the notification is in a status that restricts further processing, such as creating a work order.
  Causes:
  
  Notification Status: The PM notification may be in a status that does not allow for the creation of an order. For example, if the notification is marked as "Completed" or "Closed," it cannot be used to create a work order.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create a PM order from the notification.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict order creation based on the notification status.
  Incomplete Notification: The notification may be missing required information or may not have been fully processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Notification Status: Review the status of the PM notification. If it is in a status that does not allow order creation, you may need to change the status to one that does (e.g., "In Process").
  Update Notification: If the notification is incomplete, ensure that all required fields are filled out and that the notification is properly processed.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary permissions to create a PM order from the notification. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to adjust the authorizations.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to notification statuses and order creation. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow for order creation from certain statuses.
  Reopen Notification: If the notification is closed, you may need to reopen it (if allowed) to create the order. This can typically be done by changing the status back to "In Process."
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like IW21 (Create Notification), IW22 (Change Notification), and IW23 (Display Notification) to manage notifications.
  Status Management: Familiarize yourself with the status management in SAP PM, as different statuses can significantly affect the workflow.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on PM notifications and their statuses.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IW227 error and successfully create a PM order from the notification.