How To Fix EARC357 - Program stop: Error reading the meter reading reasons

EARC357 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EARC - IS-U: Archiving

• Message number: 357

• Message text: Program stop: Error reading the meter reading reasons

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EARC357 - Details

• The SAP error message EARC357, which indicates a program stop due to an error reading the meter reading reasons, typically occurs in the context of the SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) module. This error can arise for various reasons, including issues with data consistency, configuration problems, or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Inconsistent Data: The meter reading reasons may not be properly defined in the system, or there may be missing entries in the relevant tables (e.g., TISU_MR_REASON).
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for meter reading reasons may not be set up correctly, leading to errors when the system attempts to access them.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to access the meter reading reasons.
  Programmatic Errors: There could be bugs or issues in the custom code or enhancements that interact with the meter reading process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the meter reading reasons