How To Fix EL541 - Only meter reading reasons 01,02,05,09,10 are permitted for suppression

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 541

• Message text: Only meter reading reasons 01,02,05,09,10 are permitted for suppression

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL541 - Only meter reading reasons 01,02,05,09,10 are permitted for suppression ?

  The SAP error message EL541 indicates that there is an issue with the meter reading reasons being used in a transaction. Specifically, it states that only certain meter reading reasons (01, 02, 05, 09, 10) are permitted for suppression. This error typically arises in the context of meter reading processing in SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities).
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a meter reading is attempted to be processed with a reason that is not allowed for suppression. The allowed reasons (01, 02, 05, 09, 10) are predefined in the system, and any attempt to use a different reason will trigger this error.
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Meter Reading Reason: Review the meter reading reason being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is one of the permitted reasons (01, 02, 05, 09, 10). If it is not, you will need to change it to one of the allowed reasons.
  
  
  Update Configuration: If you need to