How To Fix EG488 - &1 is not permitted in the case of a nonmetering register

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EG - IS-U device management

• Message number: 488

• Message text: &1 is not permitted in the case of a nonmetering register

What causes this issue?

You have flagged a register as non-metering.

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?

When you flag a register as non-metering, you cannot enter the
following:
Register category
Number of places before and after the decimal
Dimension
Register factor

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EG488 - &1 is not permitted in the case of a nonmetering register ?

  The SAP error message EG488 typically indicates that a certain operation or action is not permitted for a non-metering register. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) when dealing with utility billing and meter data management.
  Cause:
  The error message EG488 occurs when there is an attempt to perform an operation that is not applicable to a non-metering register. Non-metering registers are typically used for administrative purposes or for registers that do not measure consumption directly (e.g., flat-rate billing, fixed charges). The specific operation that triggers this error could be related to:
  
  Trying to post consumption data to a non-metering register.
  Attempting to perform a billing operation that requires metering data.
  Incorrect configuration of the register type in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EG488 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Register Type: Verify that the register you are working with is indeed a non-metering register. If you intended to use a metering register, ensure that the correct register type is being used.
  
  
  Review Operations: Ensure that the operation you are trying to perform is valid for a non-metering register. If you need to post consumption data, you may need to switch to a metering register.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for the register in the SAP system. Ensure that the register is set up correctly and that it is being used in the appropriate context.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the operations allowed for non-metering registers.
  
  
  Error Logs: Review any error logs or messages that may provide additional context about the operation that triggered the error.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP IS-U Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the SAP IS-U module documentation, particularly sections related to meter data management and register types.
  Transaction Codes: Use relevant transaction codes (e.g., EL31 for register management) to review and manage registers.
  User Exits and Enhancements: If custom logic is involved, check for any user exits or enhancements that may affect how registers are processed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EG488 error and implement a suitable solution.