/ISDFPS/LM_PM_ADDON256 - Equipment &1 has the status "Inactive" or "Flagged for Deletion"

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/LM_PM_ADDON -

• Message number: 256

• Message text: Equipment &1 has the status "Inactive" or "Flagged for Deletion"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_PM_ADDON256 - Equipment &1 has the status "Inactive" or "Flagged for Deletion" ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_PM_ADDON256 indicates that the equipment you are trying to work with has a status of "Inactive" or is "Flagged for Deletion." This typically occurs in the context of Plant Maintenance (PM) or similar modules where equipment management is crucial.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Status: The equipment may have been set to inactive due to business processes, such as equipment being out of service or no longer in use.
  Flagged for Deletion: The equipment may have been marked for deletion, indicating that it is scheduled to be removed from the system, often due to retirement or replacement.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Equipment Status:
  
  Navigate to the equipment master record using transaction code IE03 (Display Equipment).
  Enter the equipment number and check the status in the equipment details.
  
  
  
  Reactivate Equipment:
  
  If the equipment is inactive and you need to use it, you can reactivate it by changing its status. This can typically be done using transaction code IE02 (Change Equipment).
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the equipment status.
  
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag:
  
  If the equipment is flagged for deletion and you want to keep it, you can remove the deletion flag using the same transaction code IE02.
  Look for the "Deletion Indicator" field and ensure it is unchecked.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you are unsure why the equipment is inactive or flagged for deletion, consult with your maintenance or asset management team. They may have specific business rules or processes that dictate the status of equipment.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Ensure that any changes made to the equipment status are documented according to your organization's policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IE02: Change Equipment
  IE01: Create Equipment (if needed)
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to change equipment statuses. If not, you may need to contact your SAP security team.
  
  
  Business Processes: Understand the business processes related to equipment management in your organization, as there may be specific workflows that dictate when equipment should be marked inactive or flagged for deletion.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your tasks in SAP.