How To Fix EG088 - The device is not in company code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EG - IS-U device management

• Message number: 088

• Message text: The device is not in company code &1

What causes this issue?

The system could not find the device in this company code.

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 your entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EG088 - The device is not in company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message EG088, which states "The device is not in company code &1," typically occurs in the context of asset management or equipment management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified device (or equipment) in the specified company code.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Company Code: The device or equipment you are trying to access or process is not assigned to the specified company code.
  Missing Configuration: The device may not have been properly configured or assigned to the relevant company code in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the company code or device number being used.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or manage the device in the specified company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Device Assignment:
  
  Go to the equipment master data (transaction code IE03) and check if the device is assigned to the correct company code.
  If it is not, you may need to reassign the device to the correct company code using transaction code IE02 (Change Equipment).
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code:
  
  Ensure that the company code you are using is correct. Double-check for any typographical errors in the company code field.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the device is not assigned to any company code, you may need to create or update the equipment master record to include the appropriate company code.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the equipment in the specified company code. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or help files for additional context on managing equipment and company codes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IE02: Change Equipment
  IE01: Create Equipment
  
  
  SAP Modules: This error is primarily related to the SAP Asset Management (AM) and Plant Maintenance (PM) modules.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes may provide additional insights and troubleshooting steps related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.