How To Fix EL160 - &1: Device &2, MR date &3: Usage hours not within permissible interval

EL160 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 160

• Message text: &1: Device &2, MR date &3: Usage hours not within permissible interval

What causes this issue?

Validation recognized that the number of accrued usage hours is not
within the permissible interval.
Usage hours are calculated by dividing current consumption by the
installed demand. The value of the installed demand is stored in an
operand.
Using the check class that is maintained in the rate, the operand with
the installed demand is stored in table TE409 in field BENUTZSTD. Using
the DEVIATING USAGE HOURS field, a permissible percentual deviation is
set.

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?

The meter reading result can either be released (which means it can be
billed) or reset and corrected later.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL160 - &1: Device &2, MR date &3: Usage hours not within permissible interval ?

  The SAP error message EL160 indicates that there is an issue with the usage hours recorded for a device in relation to its maintenance or operational parameters. Specifically, the error message reads: "Device &2, MR date &3: Usage hours not within permissible interval." This typically occurs in the context of maintenance planning and execution, particularly when dealing with maintenance plans, maintenance orders, or equipment records.
  
  Cause:
  
  Usage Hours Exceeding Limits: The recorded usage hours for the device (equipment) exceed the permissible limits defined in the maintenance plan or configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The maintenance plan or the device's master data may not be configured correctly, leading to discrepancies in expected usage hours.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when recording usage hours can lead to values that fall outside the expected range.
  Incorrect Maintenance Strategy: The maintenance strategy applied to the device may not align with its actual usage patterns.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Usage Hours: Review the recorded usage