How To Fix 29719 - Equipment and initial equipment must be the same

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 719

• Message text: Equipment and initial equipment must be the same

What causes this issue?

You want to allocate an equipment BOM to another plant.
You have chosen the function <LS>New allocations</>. You can only make
this allocation for the chosen equipment (initial screen).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please correct your entry in the <LS>Equipment</> field; then you can
allocate the BOM of your chosen equipment (initial screen) to other
plants.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29719 - Equipment and initial equipment must be the same ?

  The SAP error message 29719, "Equipment and initial equipment must be the same," typically occurs in the context of equipment management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with maintenance orders or notifications. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the equipment specified in the order and the initial equipment that is being referenced.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Mismatch in Equipment Numbers: The equipment number entered in the maintenance order does not match the initial equipment number that was set up or referenced in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a typographical error or incorrect selection when entering the equipment details.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with how the equipment is configured in the system, leading to inconsistencies.
  Change in Equipment Status: If the equipment status has changed (e.g., it has been decommissioned or replaced), it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Equipment Numbers: Check the equipment number entered in the maintenance order and ensure it matches the initial equipment number. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., IW31 for creating orders) and reviewing the details.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If there is a mismatch, correct the equipment number in the order to match the initial equipment.
  
  
  Check Equipment Status: Ensure that the equipment is active and has not been decommissioned or replaced. You can check the status in the equipment master data (transaction IE03).
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to equipment management in your SAP system. This may require assistance from your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on equipment management and error messages.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW31 (Create Order), IW32 (Change Order), and IE03 (Display Equipment).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on proper data entry and equipment management processes to minimize the occurrence of such errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 29719 in SAP.