How To Fix EL470 - Dev.&1,Reg.&2: MR move-out time must be earlier than move-in MR time (&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 470

• Message text: Dev.&1,Reg.&2: MR move-out time must be earlier than move-in MR time (&3)

What causes this issue?

The meter reading time at move-out that you entered for device &v1&
with register &v2& is earlier than the meter reading time at move-in.
However, you entered the move-in before the move-out.

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 a meter reading time at move-out that comes after meter reading
time at move-in &v3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL470 - Dev.&1,Reg.&2: MR move-out time must be earlier than move-in MR time (&3) ?

  The SAP error message EL470 indicates that there is a problem with the timing of a move-out and move-in process in the context of Master Data (MR) in SAP. Specifically, the error states that the move-out time must be earlier than the move-in time. This typically occurs in scenarios involving the management of master data records, such as in the context of real estate management or asset management.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to create or modify a master record (MR) for a business object (like a property or asset).
  The move-out date (or time) you have entered is later than the move-in date (or time).
  This inconsistency violates the logical sequence of events, as a move-out must occur before a move-in can be recorded.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Dates/Times: Review the move-out and move-in dates/times you have entered. Ensure that the move-out date/time is indeed earlier than the move-in date/time.
  Correct the Data: If you find that the move-out date/time is incorrect, update it to a date/time that is earlier than the move-in date/time.
  Re-enter the Information: If necessary, re-enter the move-out and move-in information to ensure that the sequence is correct.
  Validation: After making the changes, validate the entries to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version and configuration, you may be using specific transaction codes related to master data management (e.g., RECN for Real Estate Management).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP Real Estate Management) for more detailed guidance on managing move-in and move-out processes.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to master data records, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the correct dates or the process, consult with colleagues or a supervisor who may have more experience with the specific business processes involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EL470 error and successfully manage the move-in and move-out records in SAP.