How To Fix PM278 - Planning type &1 not maintained

PM278 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PM - Extended Payment Functions

• Message number: 278

• Message text: Planning type &1 not maintained

What causes this issue?

The planning type entered has not been maintained in the system.

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?

Correct your entries or maintain the planning type.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PM278 - Planning type &1 not maintained ?

  The SAP error message PM278 ("Planning type &1 not maintained") typically occurs in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) when there is an issue with the planning type configuration for maintenance planning. This error indicates that the system cannot find the necessary planning type that is required for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Planning Type: The planning type specified in the operation or maintenance plan is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The planning type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the planning type field when creating or modifying a maintenance plan or order.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Plant Maintenance and check the planning types defined in the system.
  Ensure that the planning type