How To Fix /PM0/ABP_EMPLYR008 - Only 'On Spec. Date' int. item permitted for 'Man. Creation' mess. cat.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_EMPLYR -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Only 'On Spec. Date' int. item permitted for 'Man. Creation' mess. cat.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_EMPLYR008 - Only 'On Spec. Date' int. item permitted for 'Man. Creation' mess. cat. ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_EMPLYR008 indicates that there is a restriction on the type of internal items that can be manually created for a specific message category. Specifically, it states that only items with the "On Spec. Date" status are permitted for manual creation.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) module when trying to create or manage maintenance notifications or orders. The underlying causes can include:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to only allow certain types of internal items to be created manually, and "On Spec. Date" is the only allowed type for the specified message category.
  Message Category Restrictions: The message category you are working with may have specific rules that limit the types of items that can be created manually.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to create other types of items.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the message category in question. Ensure that the settings align with your business requirements and that the allowed types of internal items are correctly defined.
  
  
  Use Allowed Item Type: If you are trying to create an item that is not "On Spec. Date," you will need to either change your approach to create the allowed type or adjust your process to comply with the restrictions.
  
  
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to create the item has the necessary authorizations. If not, you may need to adjust the user's roles or permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling maintenance notifications and orders to ensure compliance with established processes.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you believe it is a system error or misconfiguration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the PM module, such as IW21 (Create Notification) or IW31 (Create Order), to understand where the error occurs.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the correct processes for creating internal items and understand the implications of the message categories.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.