How To Fix EE_AMI173 - Day offset &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: 173

• Message text: Day offset &1 not permitted; profile billable with TOU interface

What causes this issue?

You have specified day offset &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_AMI173 - Day offset &1 not permitted; profile billable with TOU interface ?

  The SAP error message EE_AMI173 indicates that there is an issue with the day offset in the context of a billing profile that is associated with a Time of Use (TOU) interface. This error typically arises in the context of energy billing systems, particularly when dealing with advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) and time-based billing.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Day Offset: The error suggests that the day offset specified in the billing profile is not permitted. This could be due to:
  
  The day offset being set to a value that is outside the acceptable range defined in the system.
  The configuration of the billing profile not aligning with the requirements for TOU billing.
  
  
  
  Profile Configuration Issues: The billing profile may not be correctly configured to handle the specific TOU settings, leading to conflicts when processing billing data.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may have been a mistake in entering the day offset value, such as typographical errors or incorrect assumptions about the required format.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Day Offset Value: Review the day offset value that has been set in the billing profile. Ensure that it falls within the acceptable range defined by your organization's billing rules.
  
  
  Review Billing Profile Configuration: 
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the billing profile in SAP.
  Ensure that the profile is correctly set up for TOU billing and that all required parameters are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or configuration guides specific to your version of SAP and the AMI module. This can provide insights into the correct settings and permissible values.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, adjust the configuration of the billing profile to align with the TOU requirements. This may involve changing the day offset or other related parameters.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that billing processes function as expected.
  
  
  Seek Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance. They may have additional tools or insights to diagnose and resolve the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can share their solutions.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in configuring billing profiles are adequately trained and have access to the necessary documentation to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EE_AMI173 error and implement a solution to resolve it.