How To Fix EL297 - Repeat reading order already to be created for device &1

EL297 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 297

• Message text: Repeat reading order already to be created for device &1

What causes this issue?

The generation of a control meter reading order has already been
initiated. The control meter reading order will be generated when you
save the data.

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 EL297 - Repeat reading order already to be created for device &1 ?

  The SAP error message EL297, which states "Repeat reading order already to be created for device &1," typically occurs in the context of meter reading processes within the SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) module. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create a repeat reading order for a device that already has a pending repeat reading order.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Repeat Reading Order: The primary cause of this error is that there is already a repeat reading order created for the specified device. This can happen if a previous attempt to create a repeat reading order was not completed or if the order is still in process.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the system that prevent the creation of multiple repeat reading orders for the same device.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the data integrity in the system, such as incomplete transactions or inconsistencies