What is linear asset in SAP PM - Plant Maintenance?

SAP Term: linear asset

• Component: PM

• Component Name: Plant Maintenance

• Description: Technical system with a linear infrastructure. &EXAMPLE& Road system and railroad networks Pipelines Power / transmission / distribution lines "extended" assets

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• Key Concepts: 
  A linear asset is a type of asset in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) that is used to represent a physical object that has a linear shape, such as a pipeline or a road. Linear assets are used to track the maintenance and repair of these objects, as well as to monitor their performance over time. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP PM, linear assets are created and managed using the Linear Asset Management (LAM) module. This module allows users to create and manage linear assets, assign them to specific locations, and track their performance over time. Additionally, users can use the LAM module to plan and execute maintenance activities on linear assets. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating linear assets in SAP PM, it is important to ensure that all relevant information is included in the asset record. This includes the asset's location, its size and shape, and any other relevant information that may be needed for maintenance or repair activities. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all maintenance activities are properly planned and executed in order to ensure the optimal performance of the linear asset over time. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on linear assets in SAP PM, please refer to the official SAP documentation on Linear Asset Management. Additionally, there are several online resources available that provide detailed tutorials on how to use the LAM module in SAP PM.