Detection of Siemens devices that are still supported but have a discontinued date announced.
Description
The current plugin identifies Siemens devices that are end-of-life, i.e., still supported but have a discontinued date announced. Siemens Lifecycle Statuses: - 'PM300:Active Product': Most current offering within a product category. - 'PM400:Announcement of product phase-out': Product in phase-out, support and orders still possible. - 'PM410:Product cancellation': Product now available as spare part only. - 'PM490:Start of final year of support': Spare part obligation ended, no support beyond warranty. - 'PM500:Discontinued Product or end of PLM & Support': Product no longer manufactured or procured, support and parts ended.
Solution
Plan and initiate the transition to an actively supported product before the discontinuation date.