How To Fix IS139 - Serial number & is already allocated to equipment &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Serial number & is already allocated to equipment &

What causes this issue?

You are trying to allocate <GL:serial_number>serial number</> &V1&
to the piece of <GL:equipment>equipment</>.
The serial number has already been allocated to equipment
&V2&.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Allocate the piece of equipment a serial number that has
not yet been assigned.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS139 - Serial number & is already allocated to equipment & ?

  The SAP error message IS139 indicates that a serial number is already allocated to a piece of equipment. This typically occurs when you attempt to assign a serial number to a new piece of equipment or a different object, but that serial number is already in use.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The serial number you are trying to assign is already linked to another piece of equipment or object in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the serial number you are entering, leading to confusion with an existing serial number.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that restricts the assignment of serial numbers to ensure uniqueness.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Use transaction codes like IE03 (Display Equipment) or IQ03 (Display Serial Number) to check if the serial number is already assigned to another piece of equipment.
  If it is assigned, you will need to determine if you can use that equipment or if you need to use a different serial number.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Serial Number:
  
  If the serial number is indeed in use and cannot be released, you will need to assign a different serial number to the equipment you are working with.
  
  
  
  Release the Serial Number:
  
  If the serial number is no longer needed for the existing equipment, you may need to follow the appropriate process to release it. This could involve deactivating or deleting the equipment that currently holds the serial number.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you believe the serial number should be available or if you encounter issues releasing it, consult with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IQ03: Display Serial Number
  IE02: Change Equipment (if you need to make changes)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing serial numbers and equipment.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify equipment and serial number assignments in SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IS139 error and successfully manage your equipment and serial number assignments in SAP.