How to Create a Downtime Issue in ManufApp

How to Create a Downtime Issue in ManufApp

Downtime Issues help you track the root causes of machine or manpower unavailability, enabling better visibility and faster corrective actions on the shop floor.

Step 1: Go to the Downtime Master

Navigate to:
 Masters > Downtime

This section lists all existing downtime issues and allows you to add new ones.


Step 2: Click + NEW

Click the + NEW button on the top right to add a new issue entry.


Step 3: Fill Downtime Issue Details

In the Add New Issue form:

  • Label – Give a short title (e.g., Damage Machine, No Operator)

  • Tags – Click Edit to select relevant machines affected by this issue

  • Department – Select the department (e.g., Production, Planning)

  • Severity – Choose severity level (Low / Medium / High)

  • Type of Fault – Select like Man, Machine

  • Nature of Fault – Select from options like Electrical, Mechanical

  • Planned – Mark as True/False depending on whether it’s planned downtime


Step 4: Attach Machine Tags

Click Edit next to Tags and choose one or more machines involved in the issue.
 You can select machines like:

  • SO Machine

  • Furnace

  • Testing Machine

Click Save once machines are selected.


Step 5: Submit

After filling all required fields, click the Submit button to save the downtime issue.

Step 6: Confirm Entry

The newly added issue (e.g., Damage Machine) will now appear in the Downtime Issues list along with:

  • Department

  • Severity

  • Fault Type

  • Tags (linked machines)

✅ That’s It!
 Your downtime issue is now recorded in the system. This enables your team to log occurrences, analyze recurring faults, and drive improvements in machine uptime and operational efficiency.


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