How To Fix EEWMHIK132 - Equipment &1 is inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWMHIK - IS-U: Inspections

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Equipment &1 is inactive

What causes this issue?

Equipment <(>&<)>V1& is inactive. Therefore, it is not included in the
inspection list.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWMHIK132 - Equipment &1 is inactive ?

  The SAP error message EEWMHIK132 indicates that the equipment specified (denoted by &1) is currently inactive. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly in the context of maintenance management or asset management within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Status: The equipment may have been set to an inactive status in the system. This can happen due to various reasons, such as the equipment being decommissioned, replaced, or undergoing maintenance.
  Data Entry Error: There might be a mistake in the equipment number entered, leading to the system not recognizing it as active.
  Master Data Issues: The equipment master data may not be properly maintained, leading to inconsistencies in its status.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Equipment Status:
  
  Navigate to the equipment master data (transaction code IE03) and check the status of the equipment. If it is inactive, you may need to reactivate it if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Reactivate Equipment:
  
  If the equipment should be active, you can change its status to active using transaction code IE02 (Change Equipment). Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make this change.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the equipment number you are using in your transaction. Ensure that it is correct and corresponds to an active piece of equipment.
  
  
  
  Consult with Maintenance Team:
  
  If you are unsure why the equipment is inactive, consult with your maintenance or asset management team to understand the context and whether it should be reactivated.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the equipment master data is complete and accurate. This includes checking for any missing or incorrect information that could affect the equipment's status.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IE02: Change Equipment
  IE01: Create Equipment (if needed)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on equipment management and status handling.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and change equipment statuses in the SAP system.
  
  
  System Logs: Check system logs or change documents to see if there were any recent changes made to the equipment status that could provide insight into why it is inactive.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EEWMHIK132 error and ensure that the equipment is correctly managed within the SAP system.