How To Fix EFH007 - Not all fields of the functional location have changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EFH - Equipment Functional Location Heal

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Not all fields of the functional location have changed

What causes this issue?

Some of fields of the functional location have not changed due to the
following reasons:
The data origin of the field is set to <LS>Superior functional location
</>.
The replace condition is not fulfilled.
The given value is same as the existing value.

System Response

Some fields may have changed due to inheritance if the superior object
has been selected for mass changes.

How to fix this error?

If you want to change the data origin of the field <LS>Maintained
Individually</>, open the functional location master data screen and
change the value of the field directly by choosing <LS>Edit </>->
<LS>Data origin list</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EFH007 - Not all fields of the functional location have changed ?

  The SAP error message EFH007 indicates that not all fields of the functional location have changed during an update operation. This error typically occurs when you attempt to save changes to a functional location, but the system detects that the changes do not meet the criteria for a valid update.
  Cause:
  
  No Changes Made: The most common cause is that the user is trying to save a functional location without making any meaningful changes to the fields that are required for the update.
  Field Restrictions: Certain fields may be mandatory for an update, and if they are not changed, the system will throw this error.
  Data Consistency: The system may have rules in place to ensure data consistency, and if the changes do not adhere to these rules, the error will be triggered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Changes: Ensure that you have made changes to the required fields of the functional location. Review the fields and confirm that at least one of them has been modified.
  Mandatory Fields: Identify if there are any mandatory fields that need to be updated. You can check the configuration or documentation for the functional location to see which fields are required.
  Use Transaction Codes: If you are using a specific transaction code to update the functional location, ensure that you are following the correct procedure. Sometimes, using a different transaction code (like IL02 for changing functional locations) may help.
  Review User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the functional location. Lack of proper authorizations can sometimes lead to unexpected behavior.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more details on the specific functional location and the fields involved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to functional locations include IL01 (Create Functional Location), IL02 (Change Functional Location), and IL03 (Display Functional Location).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your system configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EFH007 error and successfully update the functional location in SAP.