How To Fix EL341 - Device &1, register &2, MR date &4: MR date is in the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 341

• Message text: Device &1, register &2, MR date &4: MR date is in the future

INCLUDE ISU_DISPLAY_PERFORMANCE OBJECT DOKU ID TX

What causes this issue?

In Customizing, the value &v3& was used in the field
<DS:DE.E_ZUKERF>Date limitations</> to define the restriction for the
meter reading date of the meter reading result (table TE410).

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

The values have the following meanings:
Value,,Meaning
' ',,No restriction for meter reading date of meter reading result
1,,Meter reading result with meter reading date in future -> information
2,,Meter reading result with meter reading date in future -> error
3,,Met.read.result with met.read.date after planned met.read.date ->
information
4,,Met.read.result with met.read.date after planned met.read.date ->
error

System Response

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 EL341 - Device &1, register &2, MR date &4: MR date is in the future ?

  The SAP error message EL341 indicates that there is an issue with the Material Receipt (MR) date being set in the future for a specific device and register. This error typically arises in the context of managing equipment or devices in SAP, particularly in modules related to asset management or plant maintenance.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to record a material receipt with a date that is later than the current date. This is often a validation rule in SAP to prevent users from entering future dates for transactions that should be recorded in the present or past.
  Solution:
  To resolve the EL341 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are trying to enter for the material receipt. Ensure that it is not set to a future date. If it is, change it to the current date or a past date.
  
  
  System Date: Ensure that the system date on the SAP server is correct. If the server date is incorrect, it may lead to confusion regarding what is considered a "future" date.
  
  
  User Input: If the date is being input by a user, ensure that they are aware of the restrictions regarding future dates. Provide training or guidelines if necessary.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: If the business process requires the ability to enter future dates for material receipts, you may need to review the configuration settings in SAP. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or configuration team to see if there are any settings that can be adjusted.
  
  
  Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or business process guidelines to ensure compliance with the expected procedures for entering material receipts.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to inventory management, such as MIGO (Goods Movement) or MB1A (Goods Withdrawal).
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform the transaction.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EL341 error and successfully process the material receipt.