How To Fix IA017 - FunctLocation and equipment material numbers do not match

IA017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 017

• Message text: FunctLocation and equipment material numbers do not match

What causes this issue?

You are trying to install a <GL:equipment>piece of equipment</> at a
<GL:functional_location>functional location</> that has a different
<GL:construction_type>construction type</> in its master record to the
one in the equipment master record.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check whether it is necessary in this case for the construction type of
the equipment for installation to be the same as the one in the
functional location master.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IA017 - FunctLocation and equipment material numbers do not match ?

  The SAP error message IA017 indicates that there is a mismatch between the material numbers associated with a functional location and the equipment in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of maintenance management, where functional locations and equipment are linked to specific materials for maintenance tasks.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Material Numbers: The material number assigned to the functional location does not match the material number assigned to the equipment.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the functional location or equipment may not be set up correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: There may have been a mistake during data entry, leading to discrepancies between the functional location and equipment records.
  Changes in Master Data: If the material number for either the functional location or equipment was changed after they were linked, this could lead to a mismatch.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Material Numbers: Check the material numbers assigned to both the functional location and the equipment. Ensure they