How To Fix DMCLG753 - The specified reading type &1 is the same as the existing one (&2)

DMCLG753 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMCLG - DMC Tool Development

• Message number: 753

• Message text: The specified reading type &1 is the same as the existing one (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMCLG753 - The specified reading type &1 is the same as the existing one (&2) ?

  The SAP error message DMCLG753 indicates that there is an issue with the reading type being used in a transaction or process. Specifically, it means that the reading type you are trying to enter or modify is the same as the existing reading type for that particular object or record. This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with meter readings, billing documents, or other data entries where reading types are relevant.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The primary cause of this error is that the system is detecting an attempt to enter a reading type that already exists for the same object or record.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have mistakenly selected the same reading type that is already associated with the record.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of reading types in the system that lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Reading Types: Review the existing reading types associated