How To Fix EL020 - Meter reading document &1 has no meter reading status

EL020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Meter reading document &1 has no meter reading status

What causes this issue?

You have not specified a meter reading status with the meter reading
document. This is a required field.

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?

Maintain the meter reading status of the meter reading document using
Transaction EL24, "Change Prepared Meter Reading Document", or
Transaction EL42, "Change Entered Meter Reading Result".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL020 - Meter reading document &1 has no meter reading status ?

  The SAP error message EL020, which states "Meter reading document &1 has no meter reading status," typically occurs in the context of the SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) module when dealing with meter reading documents. This error indicates that the system is unable to process a meter reading document because it lacks a valid status.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Status: The meter reading document may not have been properly created or updated, resulting in a missing status.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of meter reading types or statuses in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the data entry process that led to the absence of a status.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the meter reading document.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Meter Reading Document: Verify the meter reading document in question. Use transaction codes like EL31 (Display Meter Reading