How To Fix AJ656 - DPC ESTB: Meter reading result determ. for previous period has errors

AJ656 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 656

• Message text: DPC ESTB: Meter reading result determ. for previous period has errors

What causes this issue?

When determining meter reading results within dynamic period control,
and there are no estimated meter reading results on the database (the
category of the current period = 1000 or 2000) an error occured in
routine DPC_ADV_IZWST_VIA_SIM_GET (LEA01F02) for period &V1&- &V2& that
is to be created. The exact cause of error is written in the previous
message and occured in function module ISU_SIM_IZWST_ESTABLISH.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the meter reading results for the installation. Contact SAP if
you cannot correct the error yourself.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ656 - DPC ESTB: Meter reading result determ. for previous period has errors ?

  The SAP error message AJ656 "DPC ESTB: Meter reading result determ. for previous period has errors" typically occurs in the context of the SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) module, particularly when dealing with meter reading results and billing processes. This error indicates that there are issues with the meter reading results for a previous billing period, which can prevent the system from processing current or future billing activities.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Meter Reading Data: The meter reading data for the previous period may contain errors, such as invalid readings, missing readings, or readings that do not conform to expected patterns (e.g., negative values).
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the meter, such as incorrect master data or configuration settings.
  Billing Document Issues: If there are issues with the billing documents generated for the previous period, it can lead to this error.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues in the