How To Fix PLM_FMEA_APPL604 - &1 (&2) in &3: No effect with valuation entered exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_FMEA_APPL - FMEA - Message

• Message number: 604

• Message text: &1 (&2) in &3: No effect with valuation entered exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_FMEA_APPL604 - &1 (&2) in &3: No effect with valuation entered exists ?

  The SAP error message PLM_FMEA_APPL604 typically occurs in the context of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) within the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module. This error indicates that there is no effect associated with the valuation you have entered in the FMEA process.
  Cause:
  The error message "No effect with valuation entered exists" generally arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Effect Definition: The effect you are trying to reference does not exist in the system or is not defined correctly.
  Incorrect Valuation: The valuation you entered does not match any existing effects in the database.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing links between the failure modes and their effects.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access certain effects.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Effect Definitions:
  
  Navigate to the FMEA data and verify that the effect you are trying to use is defined in the system.
  Ensure that the effect is active and correctly linked to the relevant failure modes.
  
  
  
  Validate Valuation:
  
  Double-check the valuation you have entered. Make sure it corresponds to an existing effect in the system.
  If necessary, consult the FMEA documentation or configuration to understand the valid valuations.
  
  
  
  Review Data Links:
  
  Ensure that the failure modes are correctly linked to their respective effects. You may need to re-establish these links if they are missing.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary permissions to access the effects and valuations. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required access.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on FMEA configuration and error handling.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  FMEA Configuration: Understanding how FMEA is configured in your SAP system can help in troubleshooting issues related to effects and valuations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Engaging with SAP community forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PLM_FMEA_APPL604 error in your SAP system.