How To Fix EL017 - Meter reader &1 does not exist

EL017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EL - IS-U meter reading data processing

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Meter reader &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Correct your entries or create meter reader &v1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL017 - Meter reader &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message EL017, which states "Meter reader &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) module. This error indicates that the system cannot find a meter reader with the specified identifier (represented by &1).
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Meter Reader: The meter reader ID you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the meter reader has not been created in the system.
  Inactive Meter Reader: The meter reader may exist but is inactive or not assigned to the relevant organizational unit.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the meter reader data.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to meter readers.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Meter Reader ID: Verify that the meter reader ID you are using is correct. Look for any