How To Fix IS014 - Equipment called up -> maintain partner by maintaining equipment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Equipment called up -> maintain partner by maintaining equipment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS014 - Equipment called up -> maintain partner by maintaining equipment ?

  The SAP error message IS014, which states "Equipment called up -> maintain partner by maintaining equipment," typically occurs when there is a missing or incorrect assignment of a partner function for the equipment in question. This error is often encountered in the context of maintenance management or when working with equipment master records.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Assignment: The equipment master record does not have the necessary partner functions assigned. Partner functions could include roles such as vendor, manufacturer, or service provider.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for partner functions in the equipment master may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the equipment or its associated partners.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IS014 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access Equipment Master Record:
  
  Go to the transaction code IE02 (Change Equipment) or IE01 (Create Equipment) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Check Partner Functions:
  
  In the equipment master record, navigate to the "Partners" tab.
  Verify if the necessary partner functions (e.g., vendor, manufacturer) are assigned. If not, you will need to add the appropriate partners.
  
  
  
  Maintain Partner Data:
  
  If the partner data is missing, you can add it by clicking on the "Add" button in the Partners tab.
  Enter the required partner type and the corresponding partner number.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the equipment master record.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings for partner functions in the relevant customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the partner functions are correctly defined and linked to the equipment type.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run any relevant data consistency checks to ensure that there are no other underlying issues with the equipment or partner data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  IE01 - Create Equipment
  IE02 - Change Equipment
  IE03 - Display Equipment
  SPRO - Customizing settings
  
  
  Partner Functions: Understand the different partner functions that can be assigned to equipment, such as:
  
  Vendor
  Manufacturer
  Service Provider
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on equipment management and partner functions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IS014 error and ensure that the equipment master record is correctly maintained with the necessary partner information.