How To Fix EL404 - Meter reading category &1 invalid

EL404 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Meter reading category &1 invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL404 - Meter reading category &1 invalid ?

  The SAP error message EL404, which states "Meter reading category &1 invalid," typically occurs in the context of utilities management, particularly when dealing with meter readings in SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities).
  
  Cause:
  The error message EL404 indicates that the meter reading category specified (represented by &1) is not valid. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The meter reading category may not be configured correctly in the system. It could be missing or incorrectly defined in the customizing settings.
  Invalid Input: The user may have entered an invalid meter reading category in the transaction or program.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the meter or the reading itself.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified meter reading category.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EL404 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and