How To Fix /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS313 - Characteristic &1 has incorrect contents &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS -

• Message number: 313

• Message text: Characteristic &1 has incorrect contents &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS313 - Characteristic &1 has incorrect contents &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS313 indicates that a characteristic in a maintenance plan or a related object has incorrect contents. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) when the system encounters a value for a characteristic that does not meet the expected criteria or is not valid.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Value: The characteristic specified (denoted by &1) has a value (&2) that is not valid according to the configuration or the allowed values defined in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry, leading to an incorrect value being assigned to the characteristic.
  Configuration Issues: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the system, or the allowed values for that characteristic may not include the value being used.
  Master Data Issues: The master data related to the characteristic may be incomplete or incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the characteristic in question. Ensure that the characteristic is correctly defined and that the allowed values are set up properly.
  Use transaction codes like CT04 (for characteristics) to review the configuration.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Entry:
  
  Review the data entry for the maintenance plan or object where the error occurred. Ensure that the value assigned to the characteristic is valid and matches one of the allowed values.
  
  
  
  Correct the Value:
  
  If the value is incorrect, update it to a valid one. This can be done through the relevant transaction (e.g., IP01 for creating maintenance plans, IP02 for changing them).
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all related master data (like equipment, functional locations, etc.) is correctly maintained and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the valid values for the characteristic, consult the documentation or help files related to the specific maintenance plan or characteristic.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IP01, IP02, IP03 for maintenance plans, and CT04 for characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to characteristics and maintenance plans.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert 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.