How To Fix IW481 - Automatic copy of estimated costs is already activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 481

• Message text: Automatic copy of estimated costs is already activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW481 - Automatic copy of estimated costs is already activated ?

  The SAP error message IW481, which states "Automatic copy of estimated costs is already activated," typically occurs in the context of maintenance orders or work orders in the SAP system. This message indicates that the system has detected that the automatic copying of estimated costs for a maintenance order is already enabled, and therefore, it cannot be activated again.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Activation: The error usually arises when there is an attempt to activate the automatic copying of estimated costs for a maintenance order that is already set to do so.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system for the order type may already have the automatic copying feature enabled.
  Order Status: The order may be in a status that does not allow changes to the cost settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the order type in transaction SPRO.
  Go to Plant Maintenance and Customer Service > Maintenance and Service Processing > Maintenance and Service Orders > Order Types > Define Order Types.
  Verify if the "Automatic copy of estimated costs" option is already activated for the relevant order type.
  
  
  
  Review Order Settings:
  
  Open the specific maintenance order in transaction IW32.
  Check the order details to confirm if the automatic copying of estimated costs is indeed activated.
  If you need to change this setting, ensure that the order is in a status that allows for such changes (e.g., not released or completed).
  
  
  
  Deactivate if Necessary:
  
  If you need to deactivate the automatic copying of estimated costs, you may need to do this in the configuration settings or by changing the order type settings, depending on your requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to maintenance orders and cost management for further insights on managing estimated costs.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP directly for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  IW32 (Change Order)
  IW31 (Create Order)
  SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object for configuration)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  User Roles: 
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to order types and configurations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IW481 error and manage the automatic copying of estimated costs effectively.