How To Fix EM169 - Controlled device &1 (reg. &2) not found in installation or dev. location

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EM - IS-U Migration

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Controlled device &1 (reg. &2) not found in installation or dev. location

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EM169 - Controlled device &1 (reg. &2) not found in installation or dev. location ?

  The SAP error message EM169 indicates that a controlled device (such as a piece of equipment or a component) is not found in the specified installation or development location. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or SAP Production Planning (PP) modules, where equipment and devices are managed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Device/Equipment Number: The device or equipment number specified in the transaction may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Missing Master Data: The controlled device may not have been created in the system or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Installation Location: The installation location or development location specified may not be correct or may not be associated with the device.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the controlled device.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Device/Equipment Number: Check the device or equipment number you are using in the transaction. Ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  Check Master Data: Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., IE03 for equipment) and verify if the controlled device is present in the system. If it is missing, you may need to create it.
  Validate Installation Location: Ensure that the installation location or development location is correctly specified and that it is associated with the controlled device.
  Review Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the controlled device. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Data Consistency Check: Run any relevant reports or transactions to check for data consistency issues. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team if there are underlying data issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IL03: Display Functional Location
  IW38: Change PM Orders
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for Plant Maintenance or Production Planning for more context on managing controlled devices and equipment.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.