How To Fix IA014 - Equipment & will be dismantled at FunctLoc. & at same time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Equipment & will be dismantled at FunctLoc. & at same time

What causes this issue?

The <GL:equipment>equipment</> that you want to install is still
presently installed at <GL:functional_location>functional location</>
&V2&.

System Response

The system will automatically dismantle the equipment from functional
location &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Press ENTER to dismantle it from functional location &V2&. Save the
installation of the equipment at the new functional location.
If you do not want do dismantle the equipment from functional location
&V2&, cancel the installation transaction.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IA014 - Equipment & will be dismantled at FunctLoc. & at same time ?

  The SAP error message IA014 indicates that an equipment item is scheduled to be dismantled at a functional location, but there is a conflict because the equipment is also being dismantled at the same time. This typically occurs in the context of maintenance and asset management within SAP's Plant Maintenance (PM) module.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  An attempt is made to dismantle an equipment item that is currently assigned to a functional location.
  The system detects that the equipment is already scheduled for dismantling or is involved in another operation that conflicts with the dismantling process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IA014 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Equipment Status: Verify the current status of the equipment. Ensure that it is not currently involved in any other maintenance activities or operations that would prevent it from being dismantled.
  
  
  Review Dismantling Orders: Check if there are any existing dismantling orders for the equipment. If there are, you may need to complete or cancel those orders before proceeding with the new dismantling request.
  
  
  Functional Location Assignment: Ensure that the equipment is correctly assigned to the functional location. If the equipment is not supposed to be dismantled at that location, you may need to reassign it or adjust the functional location settings.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Look for any dependencies or relationships that might be causing the conflict. This could include other equipment, maintenance plans, or work orders that are linked to the equipment in question.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your organization's configuration and processes.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like IL02 for changing functional locations or IE02 for changing equipment) to make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the IA014 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to perform the dismantling has the necessary permissions to execute the operation.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for dismantling equipment and managing functional locations to prevent similar errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IA014 error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.