How To Fix IS213 - There is equipment with different material numbers + construction type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 213

• Message text: There is equipment with different material numbers + construction type

What causes this issue?

There is equipment for which the assembly differs from the material
number.

System Response

Therefore, the changes cannot be made.

How to fix this error?

You can use report RIEQUI_SYNC_MATNR_SUBMT to set the assembly the same
as the material number.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS213 - There is equipment with different material numbers + construction type ?

  The SAP error message IS213 indicates that there is an issue with equipment records in the system, specifically that there are multiple pieces of equipment with different material numbers but the same construction type. This can occur in the context of Plant Maintenance (PM) or Asset Management modules where equipment is managed.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Equipment Records: The error typically arises when there are multiple equipment records that have been created with different material numbers but share the same construction type. This can happen due to data entry errors or incorrect configuration in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: If the data in the equipment master records is not consistent, it can lead to this error. For example, if the same physical asset is represented by different material numbers in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the equipment types and material numbers are configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Equipment Records: Check the equipment records in the system to identify the duplicates. You can use transaction codes like IE03 (Display Equipment) to view the details of the equipment.
  Consolidate Equipment: If you find that there are indeed duplicates, you may need to consolidate them. This could involve:
  
  Merging records if they represent the same physical asset.
  Updating the material numbers to ensure consistency.
  
  
  Correct Configuration: Review the configuration settings for equipment and material numbers in the system. Ensure that the construction types are correctly defined and that there are no conflicting entries.
  Data Cleanup: If the issue is due to data entry errors, you may need to perform a data cleanup to remove or correct the erroneous records.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling equipment records and resolving conflicts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  IE01: Create Equipment
  IE02: Change Equipment
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IE04: Change Equipment (Mass)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to equipment records.
  Training: Consider training for users on proper data entry and equipment management practices to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IS213 error and implement a solution to resolve it.