What is maintenance order in SAP PM - Plant Maintenance?

SAP Term: maintenance order

• Component: PM

• Component Name: Plant Maintenance

• Description: A detailed planning aid for maintenance tasks to be performed. Particular order types are the investment order, the calibration order, and the refurbishment order. You can use an order to: Plan tasks with specific reference to type, scope, deadlines, and resources Monitor the performance of tasks Define rules for account assignment and settlement, as well as for the budget To record, display, and settle the costs generated by the tasks

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• Key Concepts: 
  A maintenance order is a document used in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) to plan and execute maintenance activities. It contains information about the task to be performed, the resources required, and the estimated duration of the task. The maintenance order is used to track the progress of the task and to record any changes that are made. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To create a maintenance order, you must first enter the details of the task into the system. This includes information such as the type of task, the equipment or material that needs to be maintained, and any special instructions. Once this information is entered, you can assign resources such as personnel or materials to the order. You can also set a start date and an estimated completion date for the task. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a maintenance order, it is important to ensure that all of the necessary information is included. This includes any special instructions or requirements for the task, as well as any safety precautions that need to be taken. Additionally, it is important to assign resources to the order in a timely manner so that the task can be completed on schedule. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about maintenance orders in SAP Plant Maintenance, please refer to SAP Help documentation or contact your local SAP support team.