How To Fix AH698 - Gas proc. &1 vol. corr. factor proc. &2: set gas law dev. factor is zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 698

• Message text: Gas proc. &1 vol. corr. factor proc. &2: set gas law dev. factor is zero

What causes this issue?

You have selected the specified <DS:DE.E_ZUZVER>volume correction
factor procedure</> as the <DS:DE.THGVER>gas procedure</>. In this
procedure the <DS:GLOS.gas_law_deviation_factor>gas law deviation
factor</> is determined per device. However, you have entered a value
of zero for the set gas law deviation factor.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the set gas law deviation factor.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH698 - Gas proc. &1 vol. corr. factor proc. &2: set gas law dev. factor is zero ?

  The SAP error message AH698 typically relates to issues in gas processing, specifically concerning the calculation of volume correction factors in gas measurement. This error indicates that the gas law deviation factor is set to zero, which can lead to incorrect calculations in gas volume corrections.
  Cause:
  
  Zero Deviation Factor: The primary cause of this error is that the gas law deviation factor has been set to zero in the system. This factor is essential for accurately calculating the volume of gas under varying temperature and pressure conditions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the gas processing settings, such as missing or incorrect parameters in the gas measurement or processing configuration.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in the master data for the gas product or measurement parameters can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Gas Law Deviation Factor: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP and check the gas law deviation factor for the specific gas type being processed. Ensure that it is set to a valid, non-zero value.
  If the factor is indeed zero, update it with the correct value based on the gas properties and the conditions under which it is being measured.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Go through the configuration settings related to gas processing in SAP. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly defined and that there are no missing entries.
  Check the master data for the gas product to ensure that all relevant properties, including the gas law deviation factor, are correctly entered.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on gas processing and the required parameters for volume correction calculations.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved and that the volume correction calculations are functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error is typically encountered in modules related to Oil & Gas, such as SAP IS-Oil.
  Gas Measurement Standards: Familiarize yourself with the standards and practices for gas measurement and volume correction, as these can vary based on the type of gas and regulatory requirements.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a specialist in SAP IS-Oil for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the zero deviation factor and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the AH698 error effectively.