How To Fix EG042 - Specify a maximum of & windings

EG042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EG - IS-U device management

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Specify a maximum of & windings

What causes this issue?

The number of default windings you have entered is larger than the
permitted number of windings. The permitted maximum number is defined
in table TE270 (system parameters for lot procedure/certification IS-U
device management

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?

INCLUDE ISU_KORR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EG042 - Specify a maximum of & windings ?

  The SAP error message EG042, which states "Specify a maximum of & windings," typically occurs in the context of equipment or functional location data in SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) or similar modules. This error indicates that the system has a limit on the number of windings that can be specified for a particular piece of equipment or functional location, and the user has exceeded that limit.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Limits: The primary cause of this error is that the user is trying to enter more windings than the system allows. Each equipment or functional location may have a predefined maximum number of windings set in the configuration.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum number of windings is often defined in the system settings or configuration for the specific equipment type or category.
  Data Entry Error: It could also be a simple data entry mistake where the user inadvertently inputs a higher number than intended.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the