How To Fix PHIN413 - No superior object; equipment cannot be removed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PHIN - Phase In: Messages

• Message number: 413

• Message text: No superior object; equipment cannot be removed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PHIN413 - No superior object; equipment cannot be removed ?

  The SAP error message PHIN413 "No superior object; equipment cannot be removed" typically occurs in the context of equipment management within the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to remove a piece of equipment because it does not have a superior object (such as a functional location or a piece of machinery) associated with it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Superior Object: The equipment you are trying to remove does not have a superior object assigned to it. In SAP, equipment is often linked to a functional location or another piece of equipment, and if this link is missing, the system will not allow the removal.
  Incorrect Status: The equipment may be in a status that does not allow for removal, such as being in use or having open maintenance orders.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships with other objects that prevent the removal of the equipment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Superior Object: Verify if the equipment has a superior object assigned. You can do this by navigating to the equipment master data and checking the "Superior Object" field.
  
  If there is no superior object, you may need to assign one before attempting to remove the equipment.
  
  
  
  Review Equipment Status: Check the status of the equipment. If it is currently in use or has open maintenance orders, you may need to complete or close those orders before removal.
  
  You can check for open orders in the maintenance order management section of SAP.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: If there are dependencies with other objects, you may need to remove or adjust those relationships before you can successfully remove the equipment.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like IE02 (Change Equipment) to check and modify the equipment details, or IE03 (Display Equipment) to view the current status and relationships.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the relationships or status, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  IE01: Create Equipment
  IE02: Change Equipment
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IL01: Create Functional Location
  IL02: Change Functional Location
  IL03: Display Functional Location
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to equipment and functional locations in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PHIN413 error and take appropriate action to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.