How To Fix 62256 - Start and end values missing for RU & &, meter &, period &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 256

• Message text: Start and end values missing for RU & &, meter &, period &

What causes this issue?

Consumption for the settlement period &V4& could not be determined
because one reading is missing.

System Response

The settlement is not carried out.

How to fix this error?

Please enter the missing meter reading.
To carry out a consumption-based settlement, a minimum of two meter
readings must exist: the maximum meter reading before the settlement
period is used as the initial value. If the meter did not exist before
the settlement period, the lowest meter reading in the settlement
period is used.
The maximum meter reading in the settlement period is used as the end
value.
Zero consumption is permitted. However, the meter readings on various
reading dates must be identical in this case. The meter reading date
for the initial value must not be identical to the meter reading date
of the end value.
The reference date of the meter reading is decisive for the settlement
period.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62256 - Start and end values missing for RU & &, meter &, period & ?

  The SAP error message 62256 typically indicates that there are missing start and end values for a specific reading unit (RU) and meter during a specified period. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) when dealing with meter readings, billing, or data processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that the system does not have the required start and end meter reading values for the specified meter and period.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the meter or the reading unit in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to missing or incorrect readings.
  Incomplete Data Transfer: If data is being imported from another system, there may have been an issue during the data transfer process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Meter Readings: Verify that the start and end meter readings for the specified meter and period are correctly entered in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (e.g., EL31 for meter reading documents).
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the meter and reading unit are correctly configured in the system. Check the settings in the device management area.
  Data Entry: If readings are missing, enter the required start and end values manually if applicable.
  Data Import: If the data is imported from another system, check the import logs for errors and ensure that all necessary data is included.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling meter readings and related configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as EL31 (Display Meter Reading Document), EL30 (Create Meter Reading Document), and EL22 (Display Meter Reading).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and edit meter readings.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message 62256 in SAP.