How To Fix IH115 - Equipment & contains no configuration data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IH - structuring

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Equipment & contains no configuration data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IH115 - Equipment & contains no configuration data ?

  The SAP error message IH115, which states "Equipment & contains no configuration data," typically occurs when you are trying to access or process an equipment master record that is expected to have configuration data, but none is found. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with configurable materials or equipment in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration Data: The equipment in question has not been configured properly, or the configuration data has not been maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Equipment Type: The equipment type may not be set up to handle configuration data.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing links between the equipment and its configuration profile.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the configuration data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration Data:
  
  Go to the equipment master record (transaction code IE03) and check if the configuration data is maintained.
  If it is missing, you may need to create or update the configuration data using the appropriate transaction (e.g., CU01 for creating a configuration profile).
  
  
  
  Verify Equipment Type:
  
  Ensure that the equipment type is set up correctly to allow for configuration data. This can be checked in the customizing settings (transaction code OIK1).
  
  
  
  Maintain Configuration Profile:
  
  If the equipment is supposed to have a configuration profile, ensure that it is assigned correctly. You can do this in the configuration profile settings (transaction code CU02).
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit the configuration data. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for maintaining equipment and configuration data in your organization.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IE03: Display Equipment
  CU01: Create Configuration Profile
  CU02: Change Configuration Profile
  OIK1: Define Equipment Types
  
  
  
  SAP Modules: This error is typically related to the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) module, but it can also involve the SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) module if configurable products are involved.
  
  
  Configuration Management: Understanding how configuration management works in SAP, especially in relation to equipment and materials, can help prevent this error in the future.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth analysis and assistance.