How To Fix EG105 - You cannot change device group; allocations exist

EG105 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EG - IS-U device management

• Message number: 105

• Message text: You cannot change device group; allocations exist

What causes this issue?

The device group contains device &V1& (equipment no. &V2&). This
device is allocated to device &V3& (equipment no. &V4&).

System Response

You cannot change the device group.

How to fix this error?

If you want to process the device group, you first terminate the device
allocation.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EG105 - You cannot change device group; allocations exist ?

  The SAP error message EG105 ("You cannot change device group; allocations exist") typically occurs when you attempt to change the device group of a device that has existing allocations or assignments. This is common in scenarios involving resource management, such as in SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) or SAP EAM (Enterprise Asset Management).
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because the system has detected that the device you are trying to modify is currently linked to existing allocations, such as maintenance orders, work orders, or other operational activities. Changing the device group while these allocations exist could lead to inconsistencies in data and reporting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Allocations: Identify the allocations or assignments that are currently linked to the device. You can do this by reviewing the maintenance orders, work orders, or any other relevant documents that reference the device.
  
  
  Remove or Complete Allocations: 
  
  If possible, complete or close the