How To Fix /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS506 - Object number incorrect from &1 to &2. Number target/actual: &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS -

• Message number: 506

• Message text: Object number incorrect from &1 to &2. Number target/actual: &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS506 - Object number incorrect from &1 to &2. Number target/actual: &3 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABR_PM_ERRORS506 indicates that there is an issue with the object number in a Plant Maintenance (PM) context. Specifically, the message states that the object number is incorrect, with a range specified from &1 to &2, and it also mentions a discrepancy between target and actual numbers, indicated by &3.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The object number may have been entered incorrectly, leading to a mismatch between expected and actual values.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the system that affects how object numbers are generated or validated.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing or corrupted records that lead to invalid object numbers.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the specified object, leading to errors in number validation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Object Numbers: Check the object numbers specified in the error message. Ensure that they are valid and correctly entered.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to object number assignment in the PM module. Ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant database tables to identify and correct any inconsistencies.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the objects in question.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like IW21 (Create PM Notification) or IW31 (Create PM Order) to replicate the issue and gather more context.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.