How To Fix IG214 - Equipment & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IG - Permits (Maintenance of Master Data, Classification)

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Equipment & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IG214 - Equipment & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message IG214, which states "Equipment & does not exist," typically occurs when you are trying to access or perform an operation on an equipment record that the system cannot find. This can happen for several reasons:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Equipment Number: The equipment number you are trying to use may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Equipment Not Created: The equipment may not have been created in the system yet.
  Deleted Equipment: The equipment record may have been deleted or archived.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the equipment.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If your system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to the equipment not being recognized.
  Incorrect Plant or Location: The equipment may exist, but it is not assigned to the plant or location you are currently working in.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Equipment Number: Double-check the equipment number for any typos or errors.
  Check Equipment Creation: Ensure that the equipment has been created in the system. You can do this by using transaction code IE03 (Display Equipment) to search for the equipment.
  Review Deletion/Archiving: Check if the equipment has been deleted or archived. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or check the relevant tables.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the equipment. If not, contact your system administrator to grant you the required access.
  Check Plant/Location Assignment: Make sure that the equipment is assigned to the correct plant or location. You can check this in the equipment master data.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying system issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IE02: Change Equipment
  IE01: Create Equipment
  
  
  Tables: 
  
  EQUI: Equipment Master Data
  EQKT: Equipment Short Texts
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IG214 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.