How To Fix WZRE_IV031 - Function is only possible in operation mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZRE_IV - Clearing Workbench

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Function is only possible in operation mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZRE_IV031 - Function is only possible in operation mode ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WZRE_IV031: Function is only possible in operation mode
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a user tries to execute a function or transaction that is restricted to "operation mode," but the system or the user session is currently not in that mode. In SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or related modules, certain functions are only allowed when the system or user is in a specific mode (e.g., operation mode vs. maintenance mode).
  For example, in SAP PM, some functions related to equipment or functional location processing are only allowed when the system is in operation mode, meaning the equipment or functional location is active and not under maintenance or in a different status.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Operation mode refers to the status or mode in which the equipment, functional location, or system is considered operational and active.
  If the equipment or functional location is in a different mode (e.g., under maintenance, blocked, or in a test mode), certain functions are disabled to prevent inconsistent or invalid data changes.
  The error message is a safeguard to ensure that only valid operations are performed in the correct system state.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the current mode/status:
  
  Verify the status of the equipment, functional location, or system object you are working with.
  Use transaction codes like IE03 (Display Equipment) or IL03 (Display Functional Location) to check the status.
  Check if the equipment or functional location is in operation mode or if it is blocked, under maintenance, or in another status.
  
  
  
  Change the mode/status if appropriate:
  
  If the equipment or functional location is not in operation mode but should be, change its status accordingly.
  This might involve setting the status to "operational" or removing a block.
  Use transactions like IW32 (Change Maintenance Order) or status management transactions to update the status.
  
  
  
  Perform the function in the correct mode:
  
  Retry the function after ensuring the system or object is in operation mode.
  
  
  
  Check user authorizations:
  
  Sometimes, the error might be related to user authorizations restricting access to certain modes.
  Verify that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the function in operation mode.
  
  
  
  Consult system documentation or SAP Notes:
  
  If the problem persists, check SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific module or function.
  There might be specific configuration or system settings controlling mode behavior.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is common in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) and SAP Equipment Management.
  Operation mode is often linked to system statuses or user statuses assigned to equipment or functional locations.
  Status profiles and their allowed functions can be configured in customizing (SPRO) under Plant Maintenance settings.
  SAP Notes or OSS messages related to WZRE_IV031 might provide additional insights or patches if this is a known issue.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Attempting a function restricted to operation mode while the system/object is not in that mode.
  
  
  Solution
  Check and set the equipment/functional location/system to operation mode before retrying.
  
  
  Related
  SAP PM module, equipment/functional location statuses, user/system authorizations.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where this error occurs, I can help with more specific steps.