How To Fix /SAPCEM/PI101 - Catalog restriction ignored when you enter equipment number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCEM/PI -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Catalog restriction ignored when you enter equipment number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCEM/PI101 - Catalog restriction ignored when you enter equipment number ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCEM/PI101 Catalog restriction ignored typically occurs in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or SAP Customer Experience Management (CEM) when there are issues related to the catalog or equipment number being used. This error indicates that there is a restriction in place for the catalog that is being ignored, which can lead to potential inconsistencies or issues in the data being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Catalog Configuration: The catalog associated with the equipment may have restrictions that are not being enforced due to system settings or configuration issues.
  Equipment Number Issues: The equipment number entered may not be valid or may not be properly linked to the catalog.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain catalog items or equipment.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the equipment or catalog that are causing the system to ignore the restrictions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Catalog Configuration: Review