How To Fix AH670 - Only selection &2 is permissible for meter reading reason &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AH - IS-U billing (master data)

• Message number: 670

• Message text: Only selection &2 is permissible for meter reading reason &1

What causes this issue?

Only the default values are used first in the case of a move-in/out.
Subsequent maintenance or correction of the gas data can only be
carried out via special processing in the move-in/out.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Maintain this billing transaction with selection "N" only.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH670 - Only selection &2 is permissible for meter reading reason &1 ?

  The SAP error message AH670 ("Only selection &2 is permissible for meter reading reason &1") typically occurs in the context of meter reading in SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities). This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the meter reading reason you are trying to use and the expected or permissible selection for that reason.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Meter Reading Reason: The meter reading reason you are trying to use is not valid for the specific operation or context you are in.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow the selected meter reading reason for the specific type of meter reading or the account.
  Business Rules: There may be business rules defined in the system that restrict the use of certain meter reading reasons based on specific conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Meter Reading Reason: Verify the meter reading reason you are trying to use. Ensure that it is appropriate for the context of the meter reading you are performing.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for meter reading reasons. This can typically be done in the SPRO transaction under:
  
  SAP Customizing Implementation Guide > Industry Solutions > Utilities > Basic Functions > Meter Reading > Define Meter Reading Reasons.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the use of meter reading reasons.
  Use Permissible Selection: If the error message specifies a permissible selection (e.g., &2), consider using that option instead of the one you initially selected.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as EL31 (Display Meter Reading) or EL30 (Create Meter Reading) to understand where the error is occurring.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user role has the necessary authorizations to perform the meter reading operation.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.