How To Fix EG028 - Device with equipment no. &3 is not valid in the period specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EG - IS-U device management

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Device with equipment no. &3 is not valid in the period specified

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to find the <DS:DE.GERAET>device</> with equipment
number &V3& for period from &V1& to &V2&.

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?

Check the period and/or the equipment number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EG028 - Device with equipment no. &3 is not valid in the period specified ?

  The SAP error message EG028 indicates that there is an issue with the validity of a device (equipment) in the specified period. This error typically arises in the context of asset management or equipment management when trying to perform operations on a device that is not valid for the given time frame.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Equipment Status: The equipment may not be active or may have been decommissioned during the specified period.
  Incorrect Date Range: The date range specified for the operation may not align with the equipment's validity period.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data of the equipment, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the equipment may not allow for operations in the specified period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Equipment Status: Verify the status of the equipment in the system. Ensure that it is active and valid for the period you are trying to use it.
  Review Validity Period: Check the validity period of the equipment. You can do this by navigating to the equipment master data and reviewing the "Validity" section.
  Adjust Date Range: If the date range specified in your transaction is incorrect, adjust it to fall within the valid period of the equipment.
  Update Master Data: If there are discrepancies in the master data, update the equipment details to ensure they are correct and complete.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for equipment management are correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like IE02 (Change Equipment) or IE03 (Display Equipment) to check and modify equipment details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on equipment management for more detailed information on managing equipment and understanding validity periods.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further assistance.