Failure Modes
A failure mode is a probable failure that could occur to piece of equipment. In case SAP Asset Intelligence Network is available, the manufacturer shares the failure modes with the operator; else the operator has to upload or enter the failure modes on their own. The failure mode keeps the operator informed about possible failures and helps them to handle the failure modes efficiently.
A failure mode is always associated with a subclass and may have more than one category.
The following types of failure modes can occur to any of the following business objects associated with a piece of equipment (equipment, models, spare parts, locations, groups):
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Design function is not obtained
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Specified function lost or outside accepted operational limit
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Non-Critical failures
You can now view the Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, and Safety (RAMS) figures for the failure modes.