How To Fix EM10036 - Device with serial number &1 is not allocated to a plant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EM10 - Messages for Transfer Posting via Serial Number

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Device with serial number &1 is not allocated to a plant

What causes this issue?

You specified a device that has not been allocated to a plant.

System Response

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How to fix this error?

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Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EM10036 - Device with serial number &1 is not allocated to a plant ?

  The SAP error message EM10036 indicates that a device with a specific serial number is not allocated to any plant in the system. This error typically arises in the context of equipment management or asset management within SAP, particularly when trying to perform operations related to the device, such as maintenance, reporting, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Unallocated Device: The device with the specified serial number has not been assigned to any plant in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during the data entry process, leading to the device not being linked to a plant.
  Configuration Issues: The device may not have been properly configured in the system, or the necessary master data may be missing.
  System Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues in transferring the device's allocation to the correct plant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Allocate the Device to a Plant:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., IE01 for creating equipment or IE02 for changing equipment).
  Enter the serial number of the device and check its current allocation.
  If it is not allocated, assign it to the appropriate plant.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data for the device is complete and correctly configured.
  Verify that the device type and other relevant attributes are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that devices can be allocated to plants as intended.
  Consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant if necessary.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If the device was migrated from another system, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary data was transferred correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing equipment and devices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IE01 (Create Equipment), IE02 (Change Equipment), and IE03 (Display Equipment).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to allocate the device has the necessary permissions to perform the action.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or Asset Management (AM) modules.