How To Fix IB_DECO120 - Equipment &1 exists in installed base &3 and not in &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IB_DECO - IB: Messages for IBase

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Equipment &1 exists in installed base &3 and not in &2

What causes this issue?

At this point in time, equipment &V1& is assigned to installed base &V3&
. The given installed base, &V2&, is different.

System Response

The program continues processing with installed base &V3&.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IB_DECO120 - Equipment &1 exists in installed base &3 and not in &2 ?

  The SAP error message IB_DECO120 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the installed base (IB) data for a specific piece of equipment. The message states that the equipment identified by &1 exists in the installed base &3 but is not found in the installed base &2. This typically occurs in scenarios involving equipment management, service management, or when dealing with installed base records in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The equipment may have been incorrectly assigned or removed from the installed base, leading to inconsistencies in the records.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the installed base settings or the way equipment is linked to the installed base.
  Master Data Issues: The equipment master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to discrepancies in the installed base.
  Transaction Errors: Errors during transactions that involve the installed base or equipment management can lead to this message.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Installed Base Records: Verify the installed base records for both &2 and &3 to ensure that the equipment is correctly assigned. You can use transaction codes like IB01 (Create Installed Base) or IB02 (Change Installed Base) to review the records.
  Review Equipment Master Data: Check the equipment master data for &1 to ensure it is correctly configured and linked to the appropriate installed base.
  Reassign Equipment: If the equipment is supposed to be in &2, you may need to reassign it from &3 to &2 using the appropriate transaction.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any discrepancies in the installed base and equipment data.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to installed base management for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IB01, IB02, IB03 (Display Installed Base), and IE02 (Change Equipment).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to installed base management and equipment handling.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify installed base records.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.