How To Fix IW604 - Maintain func. loc. and task list gp. counter for func. loc. task list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 604

• Message text: Maintain func. loc. and task list gp. counter for func. loc. task list

What causes this issue?

You want to include a <DS:GLOS.functional_location_task_list>functional
location task list</> in the order, but no
<DS:GLOS.functional_location>functional location</> is entered in the
order header.

System Response

The system always allows functional location task lists to be included,
even if no functional location is entered in the order
header.

How to fix this error?

Check whether you really do not want to enter a functional
location.
If you really want to include a functional location task list in the
order, even though there is no functional location in the order header,
press <LS>ENTER</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW604 - Maintain func. loc. and task list gp. counter for func. loc. task list ?

  The SAP error message IW604 indicates that there is an issue with the maintenance of the functional location and task list group counter for a functional location task list. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the configuration or data related to task lists and functional locations in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The functional location may not be properly configured to have a task list associated with it.
  Task List Group Counter: The task list group counter for the functional location may not be maintained or may be set incorrectly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the functional location or task list.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain the functional location or task list.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Functional Location Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the functional location in the SAP system and ensure that it is correctly set up to have a task list associated with it.
  Verify that the task list group counter is maintained for the functional location.
  
  
  
  Maintain Task List Group Counter:
  
  Use transaction code IL01 (Create Functional Location) or IL02 (Change Functional Location) to access the functional location.
  Check the "Task List" tab and ensure that the task list group counter is correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Task Lists:
  
  Use transaction code IA01 (Create Task List) or IA02 (Change Task List) to review the task lists associated with the functional location.
  Ensure that the task lists are correctly defined and linked to the functional location.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks to identify any inconsistencies in the data related to functional locations and task lists.
  Use transaction code IW38 (Change PM Orders) to check for any related orders that may be causing issues.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain functional locations and task lists.
  Consult with your SAP security team if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IL01: Create Functional Location
  IL02: Change Functional Location
  IA01: Create Task List
  IA02: Change Task List
  IW38: Change PM Orders
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on functional locations and task lists in the Plant Maintenance (PM) module.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions related to similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IW604 error and ensure that the functional location and task list group counter are properly maintained.