How To Fix IA004 - MatNo. & (FunctLoc.) <> MatNo. & (equipment)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IA - SAPLIEL2: Inst./Dism. of equipment at functional location

• Message number: 004

• Message text: MatNo. & (FunctLoc.) <> MatNo. & (equipment)

What causes this issue?

You are trying to install a piece of <GL:equipment>equipment</> at the
<GL:functional_location>functional location</> and the equipment master
record does not have the <GL:construction_type>construction type</>
&V1&.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Install a piece of equipment that has the construction type &V1& in its
master record.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IA004 - MatNo. & (FunctLoc.) <> MatNo. & (equipment) ?

  The SAP error message IA004 indicates a mismatch between the material number (MatNo.) associated with a functional location and the material number associated with the equipment. This error typically arises in the context of maintenance management, particularly when dealing with maintenance plans, work orders, or equipment records.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is a simple data entry error where the material number for the functional location does not match the material number for the equipment.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the functional location and equipment are not properly linked.
  Master Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in master data, such as changes made to the material master or equipment master without proper updates to related records.
  Incorrect Assignment: The functional location may have been incorrectly assigned to the equipment or vice versa.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Data: Check the material number associated with both the functional location and the equipment. Ensure that they are correctly entered and match as expected.
  Update Records: If discrepancies are found, update the records to ensure that the material numbers are consistent across both the functional location and the equipment.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in SAP to ensure that the functional location and equipment are correctly linked and that there are no issues in the assignment.
  Master Data Maintenance: Ensure that the master data for both the functional location and equipment is up to date and consistent. This may involve checking the material master records and making necessary adjustments.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on resolving this error in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as IE03 (Display Equipment), IL03 (Display Functional Location), or MM03 (Display Material) to check the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to view and edit the relevant records in SAP.
  Testing: After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  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 PM (Plant Maintenance) for further assistance.