How To Fix EG775 - Division cat. &1 for device cat.&2 does not match division cat.&3 in hdr

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EG - IS-U device management

• Message number: 775

• Message text: Division cat. &1 for device cat.&2 does not match division cat.&3 in hdr

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EG775 - Division cat. &1 for device cat.&2 does not match division cat.&3 in hdr ?

  The SAP error message EG775 indicates a mismatch between the division category of a device and the division category specified in the header of a document or transaction. This error typically occurs in the context of asset accounting or equipment management within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises when there is an inconsistency between the division category assigned to a device (e.g., equipment or asset) and the division category defined in the header of the transaction or document. Specifically, the system expects the division category of the device to match the division category in the header, but they do not align.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Device Configuration:
  
  Verify the division category assigned to the device (equipment or asset) in the master data. You can do this by navigating to the equipment or asset master record and checking the relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Check Document Header:
  
  Review the document or transaction header where the error occurred. Ensure that the division category specified in the header matches the division category of the device.
  
  
  
  Update Division Categories:
  
  If there is a mismatch, you may need to update either the device's division category or the header's division category to ensure they match. This may involve changing the master data for the device or adjusting the document header before saving.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the division categories are set up correctly in the system. There may be configuration settings that need to be adjusted to prevent such mismatches in the future.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like IE02 (Change Equipment) or AS02 (Change Asset) to access and modify the relevant master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on division categories and their configuration.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the EG775 error in your SAP system.