How To Fix EL343 - Tolerance factor 0 for &1, interval &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 343

• Message text: Tolerance factor 0 for &1, interval &2

What causes this issue?

You cannot specify 0 for the tolerance limit.
The tolerance factor is calculated based on parameters defined in table
TE121 (tolerance limits for independent validations). The permitted
lower limit is calculated by dividing the expected consumption by the
tolerance factor.

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?

Check the <DS:DE.STGFAKO>gradient</> and <DS:DE.PARFAKU>displacement</>
factors in table TE121.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL343 - Tolerance factor 0 for &1, interval &2 ?

  The SAP error message EL343, which states "Tolerance factor 0 for &1, interval &2," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's handling of tolerance limits for certain processes, such as inventory management or production planning. This error indicates that the tolerance factor for a specific material or process is set to zero, which is not acceptable for the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Tolerance Factor Configuration: The tolerance factor for the specified material (represented by &1) and the defined interval (represented by &2) is set to zero in the system configuration. This can happen due to incorrect settings in the material master data or in the configuration of the relevant module (e.g., MM, PP).
  Missing Data: The required data for the tolerance factor may not have been maintained in the system, leading to a default value of zero.
  Incorrect Interval Definition: The interval for which the tolerance factor is defined may not be correctly set up, leading to the system not being able to find a valid tolerance factor.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: 
  
  Go to the material master record for the affected material and check the settings related to tolerances. Ensure that the tolerance factor is set to a valid value greater than zero.
  Transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) can be used to view the material master data.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the relevant module (e.g., MM or PP) to ensure that the tolerance factors are correctly defined for the specified intervals.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings and navigate to the relevant area for tolerance settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Tolerance Factors:
  
  If the tolerance factor is indeed set to zero, update it to a valid value based on your business requirements. This may involve consulting with relevant stakeholders to determine the appropriate tolerance levels.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on tolerance factors and their implications in the specific module you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EL343 error and ensure that the tolerance factors are correctly configured in your SAP system.