How To Fix 62158 - Enter meter reading amount smaller than storage capacity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Enter meter reading amount smaller than storage capacity

What causes this issue?

The amount of remaining fuel is determined at the end of a heating
period to calculate fuel consumption. This meter reading quantity must
be less than the total storage capacity.

How to fix this error?

Enter a meter reading quantity that is less than the storage capacity.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62158 - Enter meter reading amount smaller than storage capacity ?

  The SAP error message 62158, which states "Enter meter reading amount smaller than storage capacity," typically occurs in the context of utilities management, particularly when dealing with meter readings in SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities).
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when a user attempts to enter a meter reading that exceeds the defined storage capacity of the meter. Each meter has a maximum capacity, and if the reading entered is greater than this capacity, the system will trigger this error to prevent data inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Meter Capacity: Verify the maximum storage capacity of the meter in question. This can usually be found in the master data of the meter.
  
  
  Adjust Meter Reading: Ensure that the meter reading you are entering is less than or equal to the maximum capacity. If the reading is indeed higher, you may need to correct it based on the actual