How To Fix EL459 - Device &1, reg. &2, MR date &3: An MR result alr. exists for MR date &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 459

• Message text: Device &1, reg. &2, MR date &3: An MR result alr. exists for MR date &4

What causes this issue?

A meter reading result already exists for a same day on which a billing
order also exists. This is not allowed and causes an error in
<DS:NA.AH373>billing</>.

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 data constellation
Delete unnecessary billing orders manually, or correct the meter
reading date

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL459 - Device &1, reg. &2, MR date &3: An MR result alr. exists for MR date &4 ?

  The SAP error message EL459 indicates that there is an issue with the Material Receipt (MR) process for a specific device and registration. The message states that an MR result already exists for a given MR date, which means that the system has detected a duplicate entry for the material receipt on that date.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Entry: An attempt is being made to create a new material receipt for a date where a receipt has already been recorded.
  Incorrect Date: The MR date being used may not be correct, leading to confusion in the system.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material management module that allows for duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EL459 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing MR Records:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., MIGO or MB51) and check if there is already a material receipt recorded for the specified device and registration on the given MR date.
  If a receipt exists, you may need to adjust your entry or use the existing record instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Verify MR Date:
  
  Ensure that the MR date you are trying to use is correct and does not conflict with existing records.
  If you need to create a new receipt, consider using a different date if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues:
  
  If you are unsure about the existing records, consult with colleagues or team members who may have access to the same data to confirm the situation.
  
  
  
  System Configuration Review:
  
  If the issue persists and you believe it should not be happening, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the settings related to material receipts and ensure that there are no restrictions or configurations causing this issue.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document the error and the steps taken to resolve it for future reference, especially if this is a recurring issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MIGO (Goods Movement), MB51 (Material Document List), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to navigate and check existing records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify material receipts in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EL459 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.