What is 'marker' in SAP PM - Plant Maintenance?

marker - Overview

• Component: PM

• Component Name: Plant Maintenance

• Description: Reference point on a linear asset such as highway route markers or marker posts for giving the distance in miles or kilometers from some reference point.

marker - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A marker is a type of object in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) that is used to mark a certain area or object. It can be used to indicate the location of a particular piece of equipment, or to mark an area for maintenance or repair. Markers can also be used to indicate the status of an object, such as whether it is in use or not. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Markers can be created in SAP PM by selecting the “Create Marker” option from the menu. This will open a window where you can enter the details of the marker, such as its name, description, and location. Once the marker is created, it can be assigned to an object or area in SAP PM. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating markers in SAP PM, it is important to make sure that they are clearly labeled and easy to identify. This will help ensure that they are used correctly and that they are not confused with other objects or areas in SAP PM. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Markers are just one type of object that can be used in SAP PM. Other objects include equipment, materials, and documents. All of these objects can be managed and tracked using SAP PM.