How To Fix IEN402 - Equipment &1 does not match unique item ID &2

IEN402 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IEN -

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Equipment &1 does not match unique item ID &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IEN402 - Equipment &1 does not match unique item ID &2 ?

  The SAP error message IEN402 indicates that there is a mismatch between the equipment number and the unique item ID in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of equipment management, particularly when trying to perform operations related to equipment, such as creating, changing, or displaying equipment records.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The equipment number entered does not correspond to the unique item ID in the system. This could be due to a typographical error or incorrect data entry.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the equipment master data or the unique item ID settings in the system.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing or corrupted records that lead to the mismatch.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the equipment or item ID, leading to the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Equipment Number: Check the equipment number you are trying