How To Fix /PM0/AB_AT014 - Check variant &1 was not assigned to a data source

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/AB_AT -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Check variant &1 was not assigned to a data source

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/AB_AT014 - Check variant &1 was not assigned to a data source ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/AB_AT014 Check variant &1 was not assigned to a data source typically occurs in the context of the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) module, particularly when dealing with the assignment of check variants to data sources in the context of maintenance planning or inspections.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that a specific check variant (identified by &1) has not been assigned to any data source. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Configuration Issue: The check variant may not have been properly configured or assigned in the system.
  Missing Assignment: The check variant might exist in the system, but it has not been linked to the relevant data source.
  Transport Issues: If the check variant was recently transported from another system, the assignment may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for check variants in the SAP system. This can typically be found in the SPRO transaction under the relevant PM settings.
  Verify that the check variant &1 is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Assign Check Variant to Data Source:
  
  Navigate to the area where you can assign check variants to data sources.
  Ensure that the check variant &1 is assigned to the appropriate data source. This may involve selecting the check variant and linking it to the relevant data source.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the check variant was recently transported, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary assignments were included.
  If not, you may need to manually assign the check variant to the data source in the target system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or PM module expert.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, or SE80 for object navigation.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to check variants and data sources.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.