How To Fix I3078 - Configuration of equipment & has not changed (Order &/&)

I3078 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I3 - PM Order Management and PM/SD Interface

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Configuration of equipment & has not changed (Order &/&)

What causes this issue?

The configuration of the equipment &V1& was used to describe the
service item &V3& in the sales order &V2&. No characteristic values
will be changed in the equipment configuration after technical
completion of the service order.
The reservation record for the equipment &V1& will be deleted, so that
you can once again change the configuration of the equipment through a
new service item.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I3078 - Configuration of equipment & has not changed (Order &/&) ?

  The SAP error message I3078 indicates that the configuration of the equipment has not changed for the specified order. This message typically arises in the context of SAP's Plant Maintenance (PM) or Customer Service (CS) modules, where equipment and maintenance orders are managed.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Changes Made: The most common cause of this error is that the system is trying to process a configuration change for an equipment that has not been modified. This could happen if the user attempts to save an order or configuration without making any actual changes to the equipment.
  Incorrect Order Status: The order may be in a status that does not allow for configuration changes.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a misunderstanding in the data entry process, leading to an attempt to change the configuration without any actual changes being made.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Changes: Ensure that you have made the necessary changes to the equipment configuration before attempting to