How To Fix PLM_FMEA_APPL231 - Reference &1 of list item &2 does not exist in FMEA &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_FMEA_APPL - FMEA - Message

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Reference &1 of list item &2 does not exist in FMEA &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_FMEA_APPL231 - Reference &1 of list item &2 does not exist in FMEA &3 ?

  The SAP error message PLM_FMEA_APPL231, which states "Reference &1 of list item &2 does not exist in FMEA &3," 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 reference (such as a risk priority number, failure mode, or effect) that is expected to be present in the FMEA document but is missing or not correctly linked.
  Causes:
  
  Missing References: The reference item (e.g., a failure mode or effect) that is being referred to in the FMEA does not exist in the database.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the FMEA structure is not set up correctly, leading to missing links.
  Data Integrity Issues: Data might have been deleted or not properly maintained, leading to inconsistencies in the FMEA data.
  Transport Issues: If the FMEA data was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), some references may not have been included.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check References: Verify that the reference item (e.g., &1) exists in the FMEA (e.g., &3). You can do this by navigating to the FMEA document and checking the relevant sections.
  Recreate Missing Items: If the reference is indeed missing, you may need to recreate it or ensure that it is properly linked to the FMEA.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks in the FMEA module to identify and rectify any inconsistencies.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for FMEA in your SAP system to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, validate that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  Related Information:
  
  FMEA Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the FMEA documentation and guidelines within SAP to understand how references are structured.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit FMEA documents, as lack of permissions can sometimes lead to misleading error messages.
  Consult SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.