How To Fix PLM_FMEA_APPL028 - Define an input help in Customizing for FMEA type &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_FMEA_APPL - FMEA - Message

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Define an input help in Customizing for FMEA type &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_FMEA_APPL028 - Define an input help in Customizing for FMEA type &1. ?

  The SAP error message PLM_FMEA_APPL028 indicates that there is a missing configuration for the input help related to a specific FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) type in the system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to provide the necessary input options for a particular FMEA type due to a lack of defined input help in the Customizing settings.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the input help for the specified FMEA type (denoted by &1 in the error message) has not been defined in the system's Customizing settings. This can happen if:
  
  The FMEA type is newly created and the input help has not been configured.
  The input help configuration was deleted or not properly set up during system changes or upgrades.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the input help for the specified FMEA type in the Customizing settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter the transaction code SPRO to access the Customizing Implementation Guide.
  
  
  
  Navigate to FMEA Settings:
  
  Follow the path: SAP Reference IMG -> Product Lifecycle Management -> Quality Management -> FMEA -> Define Input Help for FMEA Types.
  
  
  
  Define Input Help:
  
  In the relevant section, you will find options to define the input help for different FMEA types. Select the FMEA type that corresponds to the error message (the one indicated by &1).
  Configure the necessary input help settings, which may include defining the fields, values, and any other relevant parameters that users will need when working with this FMEA type.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary configurations, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Go back to the FMEA transaction where the error occurred and check if the input help is now available and the error message is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  FMEA Types: FMEA types are used to categorize different types of analyses within the FMEA process. Each type may have different requirements for input data and analysis.
  Input Help: Input help is a feature in SAP that provides users with a list of valid entries for a field, making data entry easier and reducing errors.
  Documentation: It is advisable to refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on configuring FMEA types and input help, as well as best practices for maintaining these settings.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.