This flow diagram image illustrates end-to-end Preventive Maintenance Process in SAP PM which is designed to ensure the proper maintenance of equipment and property. This process involves a sequence of steps that begin with identifying equipment and culminate in the completion of maintenance tasks and business operations. Here is a detailed description of each step in the flow diagram.

Preventive Maintenance Process Steps:

1. Identify Equipment Record and/or Functional Location 💻: Start by identifying the equipment that needs maintenance or locating the functional area requiring service.
2. Create Task List 📋: Develop a list of tasks that need to be performed as part of the preventive maintenance.
3. Create and Schedule Maintenance Plan 📅: Formulate a maintenance plan and schedule the tasks to ensure timely maintenance.
4. Review/Update Preventive Maintenance Order 📝: Regularly review and update the preventive maintenance order to reflect any changes or additional requirements.
5. Service Entry Sheet Created (from Preventive Maintenance Order) 📑: Generate a service entry sheet from the preventive maintenance order, particularly relevant for external service providers requiring procurement actions (P.O./Contract).
6. Approve and Release Preventive Maintenance Order ✔️: Once reviewed, approve and release the preventive maintenance order for execution.
7. Goods (Material) Issue 📦: Issue the necessary materials and goods required to perform the maintenance tasks.
8. Perform Maintenance Task/Inspection 🔧: Carry out the actual maintenance tasks and inspections as planned.
9. Preventive Maintenance Order Confirmation and Technical Completion 📄: Confirm the completion of maintenance tasks and ensure technical completion of the order.
10. Preventive Maintenance Order Settlement and Business Completion 👍: Finally, settle the maintenance order and complete any related business operations to close out the maintenance cycle.

This SAP PM flow diagram represents a streamlined approach to preventive maintenance, ensuring all necessary steps are systematically followed to maintain equipment and property effectively.