How To Fix EM10043 - Device &1 was inserted in the document item

EM10043 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Device &1 was inserted in the document item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EM10043 - Device &1 was inserted in the document item ?

  The SAP error message EM10043 indicates that a device (or equipment) has been inserted in a document item, which may not be expected or allowed in the current context. This error typically arises in scenarios involving equipment management, maintenance planning, or document processing where specific device-related data is being handled.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Configuration: The document type or item may not be configured to accept devices or equipment.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have inadvertently entered a device in a field that does not support it.
  System Settings: The system settings or user authorizations may not allow for the insertion of devices in certain document types.
  Integration Issues: If the document is being generated from another system or module, there may be integration issues causing unexpected data to be inserted.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Type Configuration: Review the configuration of the document type to ensure it is set up to accept devices. This may involve checking the