How To Fix EL373 - Meter reading orders existing after removal are deleted automatically

EL373 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 373

• Message text: Meter reading orders existing after removal are deleted automatically

What causes this issue?

When a device is modified, the physical characteristics of the device
are changed. The generated meter reading orders already contain
information about the old physical characteristics and are therefore
obselete.

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 whether the meter reading orders are relevant to billing. If they
are, create the orders again for the corresponding dates once the
device has been modified.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL373 - Meter reading orders existing after removal are deleted automatically ?

  The SAP error message EL373 indicates that there are meter reading orders that exist after a removal operation, and as a result, these orders are being deleted automatically. This typically occurs in the context of utilities management, particularly in the handling of meter readings and the associated orders.
  
  Cause:
  
  Meter Reading Order Deletion: The error usually arises when a meter reading order is created for a meter that has been removed or decommissioned. The system automatically deletes these orders because they are no longer valid or applicable to the current state of the meter.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as a mismatch between the meter status and the existing meter reading orders.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the SAP system related to meter management or order processing can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Meter Status: Verify the status of the meter in question. Ensure that the meter is correctly marked