How To Fix PLM_FMEA_APPL201 - Defect &1 from element &2 does not contain a reference to FMEA &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_FMEA_APPL - FMEA - Message

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Defect &1 from element &2 does not contain a reference to FMEA &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_FMEA_APPL201 - Defect &1 from element &2 does not contain a reference to FMEA &3 ?

  The SAP error message PLM_FMEA_APPL201 indicates that there is a defect in the system that is not properly linked to a Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA). Specifically, the message states that a defect (identified as &1) from a specific element (identified as &2) does not contain a reference to a specific FMEA (identified as &3). 
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Linkage: The defect you are trying to reference does not have an associated FMEA entry. This could happen if the defect was created without properly linking it to an FMEA.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity in the system, such as missing or incorrect entries in the database.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly to allow for the linkage between defects and FMEAs.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Defect Entry: Verify that the defect (identified as &1) is correctly created and check if it has a reference to the appropriate FMEA (identified as &3). If it does not, you will need to edit the defect to include the correct FMEA reference.
  
  
  Link Defect to FMEA:
  
  Navigate to the defect management area in SAP.
  Find the defect in question and check its details.
  If the FMEA reference is missing, you can add it by selecting the appropriate FMEA from the list of available FMEAs.
  
  
  
  Review FMEA Configuration: Ensure that the FMEA is properly configured and active in the system. Check if there are any restrictions or settings that might prevent defects from being linked to the FMEA.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run a data consistency check to identify any other potential issues in the database that might be causing this error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing defects and FMEAs.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  FMEA in SAP: FMEA is a systematic method for evaluating processes to identify where and how they might fail and assessing the relative impact of different failures, in order to identify the parts of the process that are most in need of change.
  Defect Management: In SAP, defect management is part of quality management and involves tracking and managing defects throughout the product lifecycle.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PLM_FMEA_APPL201 error and ensure that defects are properly linked to their corresponding FMEAs.