How To Fix EE_AMI172 - Consistency chk grp &1 not permitted; profile billable with TOU interface

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EE_AMI - Message Class for AMI Applications

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Consistency chk grp &1 not permitted; profile billable with TOU interface

What causes this issue?

You have specified consistency group &V1& even though you have selected
the <LS>TOU Billable</> check box for profile &V2&.
INCLUDE ISU_NOTPOSSIBLE OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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?

INCLUDE ISU_CHECK OBJECT DOKU ID TX
See the dependencies listed in the documentation for the
<DS:DE.E_TOU_BILLABLE>TOU Billable</> check box.

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 EE_AMI172 - Consistency chk grp &1 not permitted; profile billable with TOU interface ?

  The SAP error message EE_AMI172 indicates that there is a consistency check issue related to a billing profile that is not permitted for a specific group. This error typically arises in the context of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and Time of Use (TOU) billing configurations.
  Cause:
  The error message "Consistency chk grp &1 not permitted; profile billable with TOU interface" suggests that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the configuration of the billing profile and the TOU interface. This can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The billing profile may not be correctly configured to work with the TOU interface.
  Profile Assignment: The billing profile assigned to the customer or meter may not be compatible with the TOU settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the billing profile or TOU settings in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EE_AMI172 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the billing profile and ensure that it is set up correctly to work with the TOU interface.
  Verify that the TOU settings are correctly defined and compatible with the billing profile.
  
  
  
  Profile Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the correct billing profile is assigned to the customer or meter. If necessary, reassign a compatible billing profile that works with the TOU interface.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the relevant data in the system. This may involve checking for any missing or incorrect entries in the billing profile or TOU settings.
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to inspect the relevant database tables for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to AMI and TOU billing for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as EAM1, EAM2, or EAM3 for managing AMI configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to EE_AMI172 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the EE_AMI172 error in your SAP system.