How To Fix IH121 - Notification(s) already assigned to an order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IH - structuring

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Notification(s) already assigned to an order

What causes this issue?

You want to create an order for one or more notifications, that have
however, already been assigned to orders.

System Response

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How to fix this error?

You can only select notifications that have not yet been assigned to an
order.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IH121 - Notification(s) already assigned to an order ?

  The SAP error message IH121, which states "Notification(s) already assigned to an order," typically occurs when you attempt to assign a maintenance notification to a work order or maintenance order that has already been linked to that notification. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to reassign notifications or when there is a misunderstanding about the current status of the notifications and orders.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The notification you are trying to assign is already linked to the specified order.
  Incorrect Order Reference: You may be trying to assign a notification to an order that is not intended for that notification.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the SAP system that prevent reassigning notifications to orders.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments: Verify if the notification is already assigned to the order. You can do this by checking the order details in the SAP system.
  
  Use transaction codes like IW32 (Change Order) or IW33 (Display Order) to view the order and its associated notifications.
  
  
  
  Remove Existing Assignment: If you need to reassign the notification, first remove the existing assignment from the order.
  
  Go to the order in IW32, navigate to the "Notifications" tab, and remove the notification from the order.
  
  
  
  Reassign the Notification: After removing the existing assignment, you can then assign the notification to the order again if needed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process, refer to SAP documentation or user manuals related to maintenance notifications and orders.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to notifications and orders.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you suspect a system error, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP Help Desk for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW21 (Create Notification), IW22 (Change Notification), IW23 (Display Notification), IW32 (Change Order), and IW33 (Display Order).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error IH121 for specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) processes to better understand how notifications and orders interact.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IH121 error and manage your notifications and orders effectively in SAP.