How To Fix PLM_FMEA_APPL222 - Before deleting characteristic &1, all plan changes must be corrected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_FMEA_APPL - FMEA - Message

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Before deleting characteristic &1, all plan changes must be corrected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_FMEA_APPL222 - Before deleting characteristic &1, all plan changes must be corrected ?

  The SAP error message PLM_FMEA_APPL222 indicates that you are trying to delete a characteristic in a Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) or similar planning application, but there are plan changes that need to be addressed before you can proceed with the deletion. This is a common issue in SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) when dealing with characteristics in FMEA.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  There are existing plan changes (e.g., modifications, updates) associated with the characteristic you are trying to delete.
  The system requires that all changes related to the characteristic be corrected or removed before the characteristic itself can be deleted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Plan Changes: Check for any plan changes associated with the characteristic you want to delete. You can do this by navigating to the relevant FMEA or planning document and reviewing the change logs or history.
  
  
  Correct or Remove Changes: 
  
  If there are changes that need to be corrected, make the necessary adjustments to those changes.
  If the changes are no longer needed, you may need to delete or revert them.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or links to other objects that might be preventing the deletion of the characteristic.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use specific transaction codes in SAP to manage FMEA and characteristics. For example, you might use transaction codes like FMEA or PLM_FMEA to access the relevant screens.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to proceed, refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to FMEA and characteristics management.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are still unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with 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.
  Change Management: Understanding how change management works in SAP PLM is crucial, as it often involves multiple stakeholders and requires careful tracking of changes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the characteristic in question.