How To Fix PLM_FMEA_APPL217 - There are no confirmed preventive actions for cause &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_FMEA_APPL - FMEA - Message

• Message number: 217

• Message text: There are no confirmed preventive actions for cause &1

What causes this issue?

The <DS:DE.PLMT_CORR_REQUIRED>Action Required </>indicator is set in
cause &V1&. However, there are no confirmed preventative actions.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_FMEA_APPL217 - There are no confirmed preventive actions for cause &1 ?

  The SAP error message PLM_FMEA_APPL217, which states "There are no confirmed preventive actions for cause &1," typically occurs in the context of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) within the SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find any confirmed preventive actions associated with a specific cause identified in the FMEA process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Preventive Actions: The primary cause of this error is that there are no preventive actions linked to the specific cause (denoted as &1) in the FMEA record.
  Data Entry Issues: There may be issues with how the data was entered or configured in the FMEA, leading to a lack of associated preventive actions.
  Workflow Status: The preventive actions may not have been confirmed or approved in the workflow, which means they are not recognized by the system as valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Preventive Actions: Review the FMEA record for the specific cause and ensure that there are preventive actions defined. If none exist, you will need to create and confirm them.
  Create Preventive Actions:
  
  Navigate to the FMEA record in SAP.
  Identify the cause for which the error is occurring.
  Add a new preventive action and ensure it is properly documented.
  Confirm the preventive action in the system to ensure it is recognized.
  
  
  Workflow Confirmation: If preventive actions exist but are not confirmed, check the workflow status. Ensure that all necessary approvals are completed.
  Data Integrity: Verify that all data entries are correct and that there are no inconsistencies in the FMEA documentation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  FMEA Process: Understanding the FMEA process in SAP is crucial. It involves identifying potential failure modes, their causes, and effects, and then determining preventive actions to mitigate risks.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on managing FMEA records and preventive actions.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create and confirm preventive actions in the FMEA module.
  Training and Support: If issues persist, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a specialist who has experience with SAP PLM and FMEA processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message PLM_FMEA_APPL217 and ensure that your FMEA records are complete and compliant with your organization's quality management processes.