How To Fix /SAPCEM/PI003 - Owner/administrator order assigned to equipment &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCEM/PI -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Owner/administrator order assigned to equipment &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCEM/PI003 - Owner/administrator order assigned to equipment &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCEM/PI003 Owner/administrator order assigned to equipment &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or SAP Customer Experience Management (CEM) when there is an attempt to access or manipulate an equipment record that references an order or administrator that is not found in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Order: The order assigned to the equipment does not exist in the system. This could be due to deletion or incorrect assignment.
  Incorrect Configuration: The equipment may have been configured incorrectly, leading to a reference to a non-existent order.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as orphaned records or incomplete data entries.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the order associated with the equipment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Existence: Verify if the order referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like IW33 (Display Order) or IW32 (Change Order) to search for the order number.
  Correct Assignment: If the order does not exist, you may need to either create a new order or reassign the equipment to a valid order.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the equipment and order data to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. This may involve using transaction codes like SE11 to check the database tables directly.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the equipment is correctly configured and that all necessary fields are populated with valid data.
  User Authorization: Check the user’s authorization roles to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the order. This can be done through transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW31 (Create Order), IW32, IW33, and IE02 (Change Equipment) for managing orders and equipment.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Plant Maintenance and Equipment Management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, 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.