What is linear data in SAP PM - Plant Maintenance?

SAP Term: linear data

• Component: PM

• Component Name: Plant Maintenance

• Description: Information about linear assets. &EXAMPLE& Start and end points Markers Offset information

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• Key Concepts: 
  Linear data in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) is a type of data that is used to represent objects that have a linear structure, such as roads, pipelines, and power lines. Linear data is stored in the system as a series of points, which are connected by lines. This allows for the representation of objects that have a linear structure, such as roads, pipelines, and power lines. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Linear data can be used in SAP PM to represent objects that have a linear structure. To use linear data in SAP PM, the user must first create a linear object in the system. This can be done by entering the coordinates of each point in the object and then connecting them with lines. Once the object has been created, it can be used to represent any linear object in the system. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating linear objects in SAP PM, it is important to ensure that all points are accurately entered and connected with lines. This will ensure that the object is accurately represented in the system. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all points are connected correctly so that the object can be accurately represented in the system. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Linear data is just one type of data that can be used in SAP PM. Other types of data include spatial data, which is used to represent objects that have a spatial structure, such as buildings and terrain; and temporal data, which is used to represent objects that have a temporal structure, such as events and processes.