How To Fix IE019 - Equipment status does not allow configuration of equipment hierarchies

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IE - SAPLIEL2: Equipment hierarchies

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Equipment status does not allow configuration of equipment hierarchies

What causes this issue?

The piece of equipment has a <GL:equipment_status>status</> that does
not allow the configuration of <GL:equipment_hierarchy>equipment
hierarchies</>. You can neither allocate the piece of equipment to a
hierarchy nor change an existing allocation to a hierarchy.
This occurs, for example, when the piece of equipment has the status
"in stock" or when a particular user status has
been set.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE 'EQUISTATUS' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IE019 - Equipment status does not allow configuration of equipment hierarchies ?

  The SAP error message IE019 indicates that the equipment status does not permit the configuration of equipment hierarchies. This typically occurs when you attempt to perform operations related to equipment hierarchies (like creating or modifying a hierarchy) on equipment that is in a status that restricts such actions.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Equipment Status: The equipment has a status that does not allow changes to its hierarchy. Common statuses that may restrict this include "Inactive," "Blocked," or any custom status defined in your organization that prevents configuration changes.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in such a way that certain statuses are not allowed for hierarchical changes.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the status of the equipment or to modify the hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Equipment Status:
  
  Go to the equipment master data (transaction code IE03).
  Check the status of the equipment in question. If it is set to a status that restricts changes, you will need to change it to an appropriate status.
  
  
  
  Change Equipment Status:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can change the status of the equipment using transaction code IE02. Make sure to set it to a status that allows configuration of hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If you are unsure which statuses are allowed for hierarchy configuration, consult with your SAP administrator or check the configuration settings in the system (transaction code SPRO). Look for the settings related to equipment status management.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to request the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more information on equipment statuses and their implications on hierarchy configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IE02: Change Equipment
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to equipment statuses and hierarchies.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or training materials specific to your organization for guidance on managing equipment and hierarchies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.