How To Fix EPRO016 - Define periods of time-of-use group &1 for one day

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPRO - Messages for EDM Profile Processing

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Define periods of time-of-use group &1 for one day

What causes this issue?

Time-of-use group &v1& contains a gap for the period &v2& to &v3&.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPRO016 - Define periods of time-of-use group &1 for one day ?

  The SAP error message EPRO016, which states "Define periods of time-of-use group &1 for one day," typically occurs in the context of configuring time-of-use (TOU) pricing or billing in SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities). This error indicates that the system expects you to define specific time periods for a given time-of-use group, but these periods have not been set up correctly or are missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The time-of-use group specified in the error message has not been configured with the necessary time periods for at least one day.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect or incomplete settings in the configuration of the time-of-use group.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the time-of-use group, such as overlapping periods or gaps.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EPRO016 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the configuration for time-of-use groups. This is typically found under:
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Industry Solutions -> Utilities -> Basic Functions -> Pricing -> Define Time-of-Use Groups
  
  
  
  
  Define Time Periods:
  
  Locate the time-of-use group mentioned in the error message (replace &1 with the actual group identifier).
  Ensure that you have defined the time periods for the group for each day. You need to specify the start and end times for each period.
  
  
  
  Check for Completeness:
  
  Make sure that all required periods are defined for each day of the week. There should be no gaps or overlaps in the defined periods.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save your changes and exit the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After saving, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer appears. This could involve running a billing simulation or processing a transaction that utilizes the time-of-use group.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to time-of-use pricing for more detailed guidance on configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration and EA00 for accessing the IS-U specific settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the time-of-use group is properly configured with the necessary time periods, you should be able to resolve the EPRO016 error effectively.