How To Fix EL023 - The scheduled MR cat. is not valid for dev. &1 with reg. &2 in inst. &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 023

• Message text: The scheduled MR cat. is not valid for dev. &1 with reg. &2 in inst. &3

What causes this issue?

The register was already read by the customer or estimated
automatically several times. Due to meter reading control settings,
orders cannot be created again for this meter reading category. An
order for meter reading by the utility will be created.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL023 - The scheduled MR cat. is not valid for dev. &1 with reg. &2 in inst. &3 ?

  The SAP error message EL023 indicates that there is an issue with the scheduled maintenance plan category for a specific piece of equipment or functional location. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) when trying to execute a maintenance order or when scheduling maintenance tasks.
  Cause:
  The error message EL023 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Maintenance Plan Category: The maintenance plan category assigned to the maintenance plan is not valid for the specified equipment or functional location.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the maintenance planning settings, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data for the equipment or functional location, such as missing or incorrect assignment of maintenance plans.
  Incorrect Scheduling Parameters: The scheduling parameters for the maintenance plan may not align with the requirements of the equipment or functional location.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EL023 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Maintenance Plan Category:
  
  Go to the maintenance plan in question and verify that the maintenance plan category is correctly assigned and valid for the equipment or functional location.
  Ensure that the maintenance plan category is appropriate for the type of maintenance being performed.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for maintenance planning. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  You can access the configuration through transaction SPRO and navigate to the relevant sections for Plant Maintenance.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the equipment or functional location to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  Check for any missing assignments or incorrect data entries that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Adjust Scheduling Parameters:
  
  If the scheduling parameters are incorrect, adjust them to align with the requirements of the maintenance plan and the equipment or functional location.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further insights into the specific maintenance plan category and its requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the maintenance scheduling again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like IP01 (Create Maintenance Plan), IP02 (Change Maintenance Plan), and IP03 (Display Maintenance Plan) to manage maintenance plans.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify maintenance plans and related data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in SAP Plant Maintenance for further assistance.