How To Fix EQ021 - Please save the move-in document first

EQ021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EQ - Cross-IS-U functions

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Please save the move-in document first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EQ021 - Please save the move-in document first ?

  The SAP error message EQ021, which states "Please save the move-in document first," typically occurs in the context of managing equipment or asset data within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with move-in documents in the Equipment Management module.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a move-in document to be saved first. The move-in document is a record that indicates the transfer of equipment or assets into a specific location or organizational unit. If the document has not been saved, the system cannot proceed with the requested action, leading to this error message.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EQ021 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Save the Move-In Document: Ensure that you have completed all necessary entries in the move-in document and save it. Look for a "Save" button or option in the SAP interface.
  
  
  Check for Required Fields: Before saving, make sure that all mandatory fields in the move-in