What is Preparation in SAP PM - Plant Maintenance?

SAP Term: Preparation

• Component: PM

• Component Name: Plant Maintenance

• Description: Phase of the maintenance end-to-end process. In the preceding Approval phase, a maintenance order has been released and handed over to the Preparation phase. During this phase, the maintenance planner divides the maintenance effort into manageable groups, levels out the workload over several weeks, determines the concrete time period for the requested maintenance work and checks the availability of all the resources, spare parts and services needed. Once the maintenance planner is confident that all the required resources will be available on the required dates, he can submit individual orders for scheduling and thereby pass them to the Scheduling phase.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Preparation in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) is the process of creating a plan for the maintenance of a plant or equipment. It involves setting up a schedule for preventive maintenance, as well as creating a list of spare parts and materials that may be needed for repairs. Preparation also includes setting up a budget for the maintenance activities and ensuring that all necessary personnel are available to carry out the work. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use Preparation in SAP PM, users must first create a maintenance plan. This plan should include the type of maintenance that needs to be done, the frequency of the maintenance, and any special instructions or requirements. Once the plan is created, users can then assign tasks to personnel and set up budgets for the activities. Finally, users can create a list of spare parts and materials that may be needed for repairs. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating a maintenance plan, it is important to consider the type of equipment being maintained and its environment. This will help ensure that the plan is tailored to the specific needs of the equipment and its environment. Additionally, it is important to keep track of any changes in personnel or budgets so that they can be updated in the plan accordingly. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on Preparation in SAP PM, please refer to SAP’s official documentation on Plant Maintenance. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tips and tricks on how to effectively use Preparation in SAP PM.