How To Fix DIACL021 - Equipment entered is not in same hierarchy as &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DIACL - Messages for Aircraft logbook

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Equipment entered is not in same hierarchy as &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DIACL021 - Equipment entered is not in same hierarchy as & ?

  The SAP error message DIACL021 indicates that the equipment you are trying to enter is not in the same hierarchy as the specified object (represented by &). This typically occurs in the context of equipment management, where the system enforces certain hierarchical relationships between equipment and functional locations or other equipment.
  Cause:
  
  
  Hierarchy Mismatch: The equipment you are trying to assign or reference is not part of the same hierarchy as the target object. This can happen if:
  
  The equipment belongs to a different functional location or equipment group.
  The equipment is not properly linked in the system's hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the equipment or functional location may not be set up correctly, leading to a mismatch.
  
  
  Data Entry Error: There may be a simple data entry error where the wrong equipment number is being used.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy: Verify the hierarchy of the equipment and the target object. Ensure that both belong to the same functional location or equipment group. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the equipment master data and checking the hierarchy structure.
  Using transaction codes like IE03 (Display Equipment) to view the details of the equipment.
  
  
  
  Correct Equipment Assignment: If the equipment is indeed in a different hierarchy, you may need to:
  
  Move the equipment to the correct functional location or group.
  Create a new equipment record that is correctly aligned with the target hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for the equipment and functional locations are correct. This may involve checking the settings in the SAP configuration (SPRO) related to equipment and functional location management.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the hierarchy or how to correct it, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Data Validation: Double-check the equipment number you are entering to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  IE01 / IE02 / IE03: Create, Change, and Display Equipment.
  IL01 / IL02 / IL03: Create, Change, and Display Functional Locations.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify the equipment and functional locations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DIACL021 error and ensure that the equipment is correctly aligned within the required hierarchy.