How To Fix IS853 - EQUI change: & & started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 853

• Message text: EQUI change: & & started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS853 - EQUI change: & & started ?

  The SAP error message IS853 typically indicates that there is an issue with changing an equipment record in the system. The message "EQUI change: & & started" suggests that a change operation for equipment (EQUI) has been initiated but has not completed successfully.
  Cause:
  
  Locking Issues: The equipment record may be locked by another user or process, preventing changes from being made.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the equipment record.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the equipment that need to be resolved before changes can be made.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or issues with the database that are preventing the change from being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check if the equipment record is locked by another user. If it is, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has the lock.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to make the change has the necessary authorizations. You can check this using transaction code SU53 to see if there are any authorization failures.
  Data Validation: Review the equipment data for any inconsistencies or errors. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no conflicting entries.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide more context on the issue.
  Restart the Process: If the change was initiated but not completed, try to restart the process after resolving any identified issues.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (to check locks), SU53 (to check authorizations), and SLG1 (to view logs).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the IS853 error message for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on equipment management and change processes to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the IS853 error message in SAP.