How To Fix EL472 - Dev.&1,Reg.&2; MR time for move-out must be before MR time for move-in &3


EL472 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 472

  • Message text: Dev.&1,Reg.&2; MR time for move-out must be before MR time for move-in &3

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  • What causes this issue?

    The meter reading time at move-out that you entered for device &v1&
    with register &v2& is after the meter reading time at move-in. However,
    you entered the move-in after 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 before the meter
    reading time at move-in &v3&.

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL472 - Dev.&1,Reg.&2; MR time for move-out must be before MR time for move-in &3 ?
    The SAP error message EL472 indicates a problem with the movement of materials in the system, specifically related to the timeframes for move-out and move-in processes. The error message reads: "Dev.&1, Reg.&2; MR time for move-out must be before MR time for move-in &3." 
    
    Cause: This error typically occurs when there is an inconsistency in the movement dates for materials. Specifically, it means that the "move-out" time (the time when the material is being removed from a location) is set to occur after the "move-in" time (the time when the material is being added to a location). This can happen due to: Incorrect date entries during the material movement process. System configuration issues that do not properly validate the timing of movements. Manual errors in data entry or transaction processing.
    Solution: To resolve this error, you can take the following steps: Check Movement Dates: Review the dates entered for both the move-out and move-in transactions. Ensure that

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