How To Fix IE016 - The assignment of some pieces of sub-equipment cannot be changed

IE016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IE - SAPLIEL2: Equipment hierarchies

• Message number: 016

• Message text: The assignment of some pieces of sub-equipment cannot be changed

What causes this issue?

You are trying to change the allocation of sub-equipment. This is not
possible for some of the pieces of <GL:equipment>equipment</> selected
because they are locked by another user or because their status will
not allow a change.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Put the cursor on the number in the field <LS>Info</> in the
sub-equipment line and press <PF>F1</>. A message will be displayed
explaining why you cannot change the allocation of this piece of
sub-equipment.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IE016 - The assignment of some pieces of sub-equipment cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message IE016, which states "The assignment of some pieces of sub-equipment cannot be changed," typically occurs in the context of equipment management within the SAP system. This error indicates that there are restrictions preventing the modification of the assignment of certain sub-equipment to a piece of main equipment.
  Causes:
  
  Status of Equipment: The main equipment or sub-equipment may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., it could be in a "locked" status or "in use").
  Dependencies: There may be existing dependencies or relationships that prevent the re-assignment of sub-equipment. For example, if the sub-equipment is currently being used in a maintenance order or is linked to a work order.
  Hierarchy Issues: The equipment hierarchy may not allow for certain changes due to predefined relationships or configurations.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to make changes to the equipment assignments.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Equipment Status: Verify the status of