A Failure ClassA Failure Class is the top-level Failure Code of a Failure Hierarchy. More is the top-level Failure Code of a Failure HierarchyA Failure Hierarchy is a hierarchy of Failure Codes of two or more levels. More.

Failure Classes are applicable to Assets and Locations but are entered at the OrganizationA structural element of a Maximo database which is used for data sharing. More level. The Failure CodesFailure Codes exist as part of a Failure Hierarchy and are a Failure Class, a Problem, Cause or Remedy Code. More application is used for entering Failure Codes in a Failure Hierarchy. The List tab of this application shows the top-level Failure Classes.

Often the Failure Classes used are similar to the set of top-level classifications used with Asset and LocationA physical place where assets exist and where work can be performed. More Classifications. For example PUMPS, MOTORS, VALVES, etc.

The Failure Class entered on the Asset or Location is copied to the Work Order and this becomes the root of the Failure Codes entered as part of the Failure Report.