How To Fix WPS01129 - Task list key &2 / ext. ID &2: Missing functional location in attributes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WPS01 - Revision Planning - Task List Hierarchy

• Message number: 129

• Message text: Task list key &2 / ext. ID &2: Missing functional location in attributes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WPS01129 - Task list key &2 / ext. ID &2: Missing functional location in attributes ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WPS01129 Task list key &2 / ext. ID &2: Missing functional location in attributes
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to create or use a task list (maintenance task list) in SAP, and the system expects a functional location to be assigned in the task list attributes, but it is missing.
  
  The task list is linked to a functional location, which is a key organizational element in Plant Maintenance (PM).
  The system checks the attributes of the task list and finds that the functional location field is empty or not maintained.
  This can happen if the task list was created without specifying the functional location or if the functional location was deleted or not properly assigned.
  
  
  Explanation:
  
  Task List Key &2: This is the identifier of the task list.
  External ID &2: This is the external identifier or version of the task list.
  The system requires a functional location to ensure that the task list is correctly linked to the equipment or location where the maintenance will be performed.
  Functional locations are hierarchical structures representing the physical locations in a plant or facility.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Task List Attributes:
  
  Go to transaction IA05 (Change Task List) or IA06 (Display Task List).
  Enter the task list key and external ID.
  Check the Attributes tab or section.
  Verify if the Functional Location field is filled.
  
  
  
  Assign Functional Location:
  
  If the functional location is missing, assign the correct functional location.
  Save the task list after entering the functional location.
  
  
  
  If Functional Location Does Not Exist:
  
  Create the functional location using transaction IL01.
  Then assign it to the task list.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to change task lists and assign functional locations.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks or use transaction IL05 to verify the functional location hierarchy if needed.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Functional locations are critical in PM for structuring maintenance objects.
  Task lists without functional locations may cause issues in maintenance orders and scheduling.
  This error ensures data integrity and proper linkage between maintenance plans and physical locations.
  If the task list is intended to be generic (not linked to a specific location), check if your system configuration allows task lists without functional locations or if a dummy functional location can be used.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error Message
  WPS01129 Task list key &2 / ext. ID &2: Missing functional location in attributes
  
  
  Cause
  Functional location not assigned in task list attributes
  
  
  Solution
  Assign the correct functional location in the task list attributes via IA05 or IA06
  
  
  Related Transactions
  IA05, IA06, IL01, IL05
  
  
  Notes
  Functional location is mandatory for task lists linked to maintenance objects
  
  
  
  
  If you need further assistance or specific steps for your SAP version, please let me know!