diff --git a/python/damask/__init__.py b/python/damask/__init__.py
index 8f1e64937..f876d1417 100644
--- a/python/damask/__init__.py
+++ b/python/damask/__init__.py
@@ -21,5 +21,5 @@ from .test        import Test             # noqa
 from .util        import extendableOption # noqa
 
 # functions in modules
-from . import mechanics
+from . import mechanics                   # noqa