How To Fix EL456 - Do not schedule meter reading allocation date after &1

EL456 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 456

• Message text: Do not schedule meter reading allocation date after &1

What causes this issue?

Allocation date for meter reading

System Response

This date is used during billing and preliminary demand processing for
allocating the meter reading result to a month. The date is assigned
chronologically. For example, if demand is entered on 04/29/1999, you
can use an allocation date so that the allocation takes place in May
(05/05/1999). The result is allocated to a season via the day and the
month of the allocation date. For example, a meter reading with
allocation date 06/17/1998 takes place during the summer period, from
06/15/1998 to 09/15/1998. You define the season via a season-dependent
operand in the facts or the rate.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL456 - Do not schedule meter reading allocation date after &1 ?

  The SAP error message EL456, which states "Do not schedule meter reading allocation date after &1," typically occurs in the context of meter reading and allocation processes in SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities). This error indicates that the date you are trying to schedule for meter reading allocation is beyond a certain limit, which is defined by the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Date Constraint: The error is triggered when the scheduled meter reading allocation date exceeds the last possible date for allocation, which is usually defined by the system settings or business rules.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the scheduling of meter readings to a certain timeframe.
  Business Logic: The business process may dictate that meter readings must be allocated within a specific period relative to the billing cycle or other operational constraints.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Review the date you are trying to schedule for the meter reading