How To Fix EG766 - Specify number of devices

EG766 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EG - IS-U device management

• Message number: 766

• Message text: Specify number of devices

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to compile a lot. However, you have not specified
the lot status.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EG766 - Specify number of devices ?

  The SAP error message EG766 ("Specify number of devices") typically occurs in the context of device management or when configuring output devices in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires a specification of the number of devices to be used, but this information has not been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error often arises when a user attempts to create or modify a device configuration without specifying the required number of devices.
  Incomplete Input: The user may have skipped a field or not filled in the necessary details in the device configuration screen.
  System Settings: There may be a system setting or parameter that requires a specific number of devices to be defined for certain operations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Device Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the device configuration screen (usually found in transaction SPAD).
  Ensure that you have specified the number of devices in the relevant field.
  If you are creating a new device, make sure to fill in all mandatory