What is call interval in SAP PM - Plant Maintenance?

SAP Term: call interval

• Component: PM

• Component Name: Plant Maintenance

• Description: A period for which maintenance calls are generated when a maintenance plan is scheduled. &EXAMPLE& If you want to generate calls for an entire year when scheduling a maintenance plan, you must enter a call interval of 365 days.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Call interval is a feature in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) that allows users to set up a schedule for preventive maintenance activities. It is used to define the frequency of maintenance activities and to ensure that they are carried out at regular intervals. The call interval can be set up for individual pieces of equipment or for an entire plant. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To set up a call interval in SAP PM, users must first create a maintenance plan. This plan will define the type of maintenance activities that need to be carried out, as well as the frequency of these activities. Once the plan is created, users can then set up the call interval for each piece of equipment or for the entire plant. The call interval can be set up in days, weeks, months, or years. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up a call interval in SAP PM, it is important to consider the type of maintenance activities that need to be carried out and the frequency at which they should be performed. This will help ensure that all preventive maintenance activities are carried out at regular intervals and that any potential problems are identified and addressed before they become serious. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on setting up a call interval in SAP PM, please refer to the official SAP documentation on Plant Maintenance. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to set up a call interval in SAP PM.