How To Fix IS077 - Equipment category & is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Equipment category & is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS077 - Equipment category & is not supported ?

  The SAP error message IS077, which states "Equipment category & is not supported," typically occurs when you are trying to create or manage equipment in the SAP system, and the specified equipment category is not recognized or is not configured correctly in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Equipment Category: The equipment category you are trying to use may not exist in the system or may have been incorrectly entered.
  Configuration Issues: The equipment category may not be properly configured in the system settings, or it may not be assigned to the relevant plant or business area.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified equipment category.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to equipment categories.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Equipment Category: Verify that the equipment category you are trying to use is valid. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP:
  
  Use transaction code OIK1 to check the equipment categories.
  Ensure that the equipment category exists and is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Configuration: If the equipment category is not configured, you may need to create or modify it:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for equipment categories and ensure that the category is set up correctly.
  Ensure that the category is assigned to the relevant organizational units (like plants).
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or manage equipment with the specified category. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Data Consistency: Check for any inconsistencies in the master data. You may need to run data consistency checks or consult with your data management team to resolve any issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or the specific equipment category, refer to SAP documentation or consult with an SAP functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module (like Plant Maintenance or Asset Management).
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IE01 (Create Equipment), IE02 (Change Equipment), and IE03 (Display Equipment) to manage equipment effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to equipment management in SAP to better understand how to configure and manage equipment categories.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IS077 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.