Resolve Common Issues in Repairables Receiving with AMOS
When working with AMOS, the process of receiving repairables can sometimes pose unique challenges. Repairable component receiving errors can lead to compliance risks, and inefficiencies. Efficiently addressing these challenges is crucial to maintaining smooth inventory and maintenance workflows. Below, we’ve compiled a detailed guide to help you tackle the most common issues encountered during this process.
Verify the Time Requirements
Ensuring components meet operational standards begins with verifying time requirements.
Navigate to APN 2773 - Part Requirements Administration to review all associated requirements.
If issues arise during the Component Inspection phase, verify the accuracy of the requirement definitions.
When discrepancies are found, move the part back to APN 1431 - Repair Administration for corrections and realignment.
Update Expired Time Requirements
Components flagged by AMOS for expired Life Limits cannot be received. Address this by:
Revising the time requirement if a new limit has been approved, and ensuring the updated certificate is added.
Scrapping and replacing the part for threshold-based requirements, if necessary.
Always confirm the time requirement type. Threshold requirements apply to shelf life, while interval requirements pertain to time-based usage. Misclassification can lead to unnecessary errors and delays.
Add Certificates Manually
In cases where certificates are missing, they must be added manually:
Navigate to APN 2993 - Component Inspection & Records and check for an existing certificate.
If missing, select "Add" and input the new certificate, ensuring all fields are correctly completed to prevent system errors.
Adjust Performance Data for Unused Requirements
When a new part has never been subject to a time requirement:
Navigate to APN 2993 - Component Inspection & Records.
In the Requirements section, mark it as "Never Performed" to update its status accurately.
Check Assemblies for Errors
Error messages indicating overdue requirements may point to issues with assemblies rather than the received component itself. Verify the serial number in the error message:
If it doesn’t match the part, it may belong to an assembly.
Ensure all components in the assembly meet their time requirements before proceeding.
Inspect Counter and Time Requirement Compatibility
Mismatches between required counters and time requirements can cause errors. To resolve:
Cross-check APN 2031 - Counter Management for relevant counters.
Verify associated time requirements in Part Requirements Administration.
If mismatched, deactivate the counter or update the requirements. For instance, align shelf life requirements with storage day counters for compatibility.
Effectively managing repairables receiving in AMOS requires precision and attention to detail. By addressing these common challenges, you’ll ensure smoother workflows, reduced downtime, and enhanced compliance with operational standards. Following these steps is essential to maintaining control and efficiency in aviation maintenance processes.
For further guidance or troubleshooting specific scenarios, feel free to reach out to our team!
