How To Fix OPS_SE_EAM228 - Individual material &1 can be changed.

OPS_SE_EAM228 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_EAM - Maintenance Management: Messages for Service Enabling

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Individual material &1 can be changed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_EAM228 - Individual material &1 can be changed. ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_EAM228 indicates that an individual material (identified by &1) cannot be changed. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) or Plant Maintenance (PM) modules when attempting to modify a material that is either locked, in use, or has certain restrictions applied to it.
  Causes:
  
  Material Locking: The material may be locked for editing due to ongoing transactions or processes that are using it.
  Status Restrictions: The material might be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., it could be marked as "inactive" or "blocked").
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to make changes to the material.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects (like work orders or maintenance plans) that prevent changes to the material.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may restrict changes to specific materials based on business rules.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Status: Verify the