What is interim status in SAP PM - Plant Maintenance?

SAP Term: interim status

• Component: PM

• Component Name: Plant Maintenance

• Description: A backup worklist in the process "Changing an Equipment History". When the actual history is replaced by the target history, the system automatically creates an interim status. When it creates an interim status, the system sets a corresponding status for the piece of equipment. The system revokes this status if the interim status is deleted.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Interim status is a feature in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) that allows users to assign a status to an object or order that is not yet complete. This status can be used to indicate the progress of the object or order, and can be changed as needed. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Interim status can be used in SAP PM to track the progress of an object or order. To assign an interim status, go to the “Status” tab in the object or order and select “Interim Status” from the drop-down menu. Then, select the desired interim status from the list of available statuses. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When assigning an interim status, it is important to remember that this status is only temporary and should be changed as needed. Additionally, it is important to note that interim statuses are not visible in reports or other external systems. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using interim statuses in SAP PM, please refer to the SAP Help Portal.