How To Fix EL460 - Device &1, MR date &2: Date of maximum lies within a billed period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 460

• Message text: Device &1, MR date &2: Date of maximum lies within a billed period

What causes this issue?

The date of the billed maximum must be outside of a billed period.

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?

Enter the ADATMAX after billing period &v3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL460 - Device &1, MR date &2: Date of maximum lies within a billed period ?

  The SAP error message EL460 indicates that there is an issue with the billing period for a device (in this case, a meter) and its corresponding measurement reading (MR date). The error message specifically states that the "Date of maximum lies within a billed period," which means that the date of the maximum reading falls within a period that has already been billed.
  Cause:
  
  
  Billed Period Conflict: The error typically arises when a maximum reading (or any measurement reading) is recorded for a device during a time frame that has already been billed. This can happen if:
  
  The maximum reading is being processed after the billing for that period has already been completed.
  There are overlapping billing periods or incorrect billing dates.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of billing periods or the way readings are being recorded and processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Billing Periods: Review the billing periods for the device in question. Ensure that the maximum reading date does not fall within a period that has already been billed. If it does, you may need to adjust the billing periods or the readings.
  
  
  Adjust Readings: If the maximum reading is incorrect or needs to be adjusted, you may need to delete or modify the reading to ensure it does not conflict with the billed period.
  
  
  Reprocess Billing: If necessary, you may need to reverse the billing for the affected period and reprocess it after adjusting the readings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific steps related to your version of SAP and the configuration of your billing processes.
  
  
  System Configuration: Ensure that the system configuration for billing and readings is set up correctly to prevent such conflicts in the future.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as EL31 (for meter reading) or EA00 (for billing) to check and manage readings and billing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling it.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and authorizations are correctly set up to allow for the necessary adjustments to readings and billing.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP billing and device management.