How To Fix /PM0/ALT_CM_MESSAGE033 - Calculation: The transferred incident/cause combination is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ALT_CM_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Calculation: The transferred incident/cause combination is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ALT_CM_MESSAGE033 - Calculation: The transferred incident/cause combination is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ALT_CM_MESSAGE033 indicates that there is an issue with the incident/cause combination being transferred in the context of a calculation or process within the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or similar modules where incidents and causes are used to document and analyze issues.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Incident/Cause Combination: The most common cause of this error is that the combination of the incident and cause codes being used does not exist in the system or is not valid for the specific context in which it is being used.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system where the incident/cause combinations have not been properly defined or activated.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be typographical errors or incorrect data entry when specifying the incident or cause codes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specific incident or cause codes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Incident/Cause Codes: Check the incident and cause codes being used in the transaction. Ensure that they are correctly entered and that they exist in the system.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the incident/cause combinations are properly defined. This may involve checking the customizing settings in the SAP PM module.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for guidance on valid incident/cause combinations and how they should be configured.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the incident and cause codes in question.
  Testing: If changes are made to the configuration or data, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP PM, such as IW21 (Create Notification) or IW22 (Change Notification), where this error might occur.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.