How To Fix EL259 - Interval validation for final billing cannot be carried out

EL259 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 259

• Message text: Interval validation for final billing cannot be carried out

What causes this issue?

No control parameters for meter reading result entry have been set for
the combination of company code &v1& and division &v2&.

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?

If you cannot enter a company code in move-in/out, define the control
parameters for result entry as follows:
Leave the <LS>Company code</> field empty.
Enter &v2& in the <LS>Division</> field.
Enter the move-in/out interval in the <LS>Interval for meter reading
suppression</> field.
If the company code is known, enter a move-in/out interval for the
combination of company code &v1& and division &v2&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL259 - Interval validation for final billing cannot be carried out ?

  The SAP error message EL259, "Interval validation for final billing cannot be carried out," typically occurs in the context of billing processes, particularly in the utilities industry where interval data (like meter readings) is used for billing purposes. This error indicates that there is an issue with the data intervals that are being used for final billing.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Interval Data: The required interval data for the billing period may be missing or incomplete.
  Incorrect Interval Configuration: The configuration settings for the billing intervals may not be set up correctly, leading to validation issues.
  Data Overlap: There may be overlapping intervals in the data, which can cause confusion during the validation process.
  Incorrect Billing Period: The billing period specified may not align with the available interval data.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from validating the intervals properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Interval Data: Verify that all required interval data for the