How To Fix PLM_FMEA_APPL216 - A valuation has not yet been created for cause &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_FMEA_APPL - FMEA - Message

• Message number: 216

• Message text: A valuation has not yet been created for cause &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_FMEA_APPL216 - A valuation has not yet been created for cause &1 ?

  The SAP error message PLM_FMEA_APPL216 "A valuation has not yet been created for cause &1" typically occurs in the context of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) within the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module. This error indicates that there is a missing valuation for a specific cause in the FMEA process.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to perform an action (like saving or processing an FMEA) that requires a valuation for a specific cause, but no valuation has been defined for that cause. This can happen if:
  
  The cause has been created but not yet assigned a risk priority number (RPN) or valuation.
  The valuation data is incomplete or missing in the FMEA configuration.
  There may be a configuration issue in the FMEA settings or the valuation criteria.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Cause Definition:
  
  Navigate to the FMEA where the error occurred and check the specific cause (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Ensure that the cause is properly defined and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Valuation:
  
  If a valuation does not exist for the cause, you need to create one. This typically involves defining the severity, occurrence, and detection ratings, which are used to calculate the RPN.
  Go to the valuation section of the FMEA and enter the required values for the cause.
  
  
  
  Review FMEA Configuration:
  
  Check the FMEA configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure that the valuation criteria are correctly set up.
  Ensure that the valuation methods and criteria are aligned with your organization's FMEA process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources related to FMEA and risk assessment to understand the required steps for creating valuations.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify valuations in the FMEA module.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  FMEA Process: Understanding the FMEA process and how valuations are calculated is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of severity, occurrence, and detection.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Training: Consider training sessions or workshops on FMEA within SAP to better understand the functionalities and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PLM_FMEA_APPL216 error and successfully create the necessary valuations for your FMEA causes.