How To Fix CRM_ISU_CONSUM142 - Consumption type &2 is not suitable for schema (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_ISU_CONSUM - IS-U Profile: Error Messages

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Consumption type &2 is not suitable for schema (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_ISU_CONSUM142 - Consumption type &2 is not suitable for schema (&1) ?

  The SAP error message CRM_ISU_CONSUM142 indicates that there is an issue with the consumption type being used in relation to the schema defined in the system. Specifically, the error states that the consumption type (&2) is not suitable for the schema (&1). This typically occurs in the context of SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) when dealing with billing or consumption data.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch Between Consumption Type and Schema: The consumption type you are trying to use is not compatible with the billing schema defined in the system. This could be due to configuration settings where certain consumption types are not allowed for specific schemas.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the consumption types and schemas in the system may not be set up correctly. This could involve missing or incorrect entries in the customizing settings.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be an error in the data entry where an incorrect consumption type is being assigned to a billing document or transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant settings for consumption types and billing schemas. Ensure that the consumption type you are using is correctly assigned to the schema in question.
  Path: SPRO -> SAP Customizing Implementation Guide -> IS-U -> Master Data -> Consumption Type -> Define Consumption Types and Define Schema for Consumption Types.
  
  
  
  Review Consumption Type Settings: 
  
  Verify that the consumption type is correctly defined and that it is allowed for the schema you are working with. You may need to adjust the settings to include the consumption type in the schema.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: 
  
  Check the data entry for the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the correct consumption type is being used and that it aligns with the expected schema.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or updates that may be relevant.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the consumption type can be processed correctly with the schema.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on configuration settings.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to IS-U billing and consumption types, such as EA00 (for customizing) and EABO (for billing).
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.