What is maintenance request in SAP PM - Plant Maintenance?

SAP Term: maintenance request

• Component: PM

• Component Name: Plant Maintenance

• Description: A maintenance notification that requests the maintenance department to perform an activity. The activity is not intended to repair a malfunction or damage. A malfunction report is created for malfunctions. The maintenance request is for investment, reconstruction, and replacement.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A maintenance request is a task in the Plant Maintenance (PM) component of SAP that is used to document and track the maintenance activities of a plant or equipment. It is used to record the details of the maintenance activity, such as the type of work, the duration, and the cost. The maintenance request also serves as a reference for future maintenance activities. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To create a maintenance request in SAP, first select the PM Plant Maintenance component from the main menu. Then, select “Maintenance Request” from the list of available tasks. Enter the details of the maintenance activity, such as the type of work, duration, and cost. Once all of the information has been entered, click “Save” to create the maintenance request. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a maintenance request in SAP, it is important to enter all of the necessary information accurately and completely. This will ensure that future maintenance activities are properly documented and tracked. Additionally, it is important to keep track of all maintenance requests in order to ensure that all activities are completed in a timely manner. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about creating and managing maintenance requests in SAP PM Plant Maintenance, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on the topic. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed instructions on how to use SAP PM Plant Maintenance.