How To Fix EL436 - Device &1, reg. &2; lock status differs from meter reading &4 from &3

EL436 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 436

• Message text: Device &1, reg. &2; lock status differs from meter reading &4 from &3

What causes this issue?

A meter reading was already entered on &v3& that is not identical to
the one now entered. As a lock is concerned, the meter reading from
after the lock must be the same.
Example
Date,,Reading
7.1.,,1000 (Lock)
7.9.,,1500

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check why the meter reading you just entered differs from the one at a
later date. Correct the meter reading.
You have the following options:
<DS:TRAN.EL29>Correct plausible meter reading results</>
<DS:TRAN.EL27>Correct implausible meter reading results</>

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL436 - Device &1, reg. &2; lock status differs from meter reading &4 from &3 ?

  The SAP error message EL436 typically relates to issues with device management in the context of utility billing or meter reading. This error indicates a discrepancy between the lock status of a device (like a meter) and the meter reading that has been recorded. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  Device &1: This refers to the specific device (e.g., a meter) that is causing the error.
  Reg. &2: This indicates the register number of the device.
  Meter reading &4: This is the meter reading that has been recorded.
  From &3: This usually refers to the source or the context from which the meter reading was taken.
  
  Causes
  
  Inconsistent Data: The lock status of the device may not match the expected status based on the recorded meter reading. This can happen if the device was locked or unlocked after the last reading was taken.
  Manual Changes: If there were manual adjustments made to the