How To Fix GHO_ALLOC_MEASPOINT077 - Effective From date or time is not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_ALLOC_MEASPOINT - Message Class for the Report of Mass Creation Of MP

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Effective From date or time is not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_ALLOC_MEASPOINT077 - Effective From date or time is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message GHO_ALLOC_MEASPOINT077 indicates that there is an issue with the "Effective From" date or time not being maintained for a measurement point in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Industry Solution for Utilities (IS-U) or similar modules where measurement points are used to track consumption data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Effective Date: The measurement point in question does not have an "Effective From" date or time set, which is required for the system to process data related to that measurement point.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the measurement point may not be complete, leading to missing mandatory fields.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of the measurement point, the effective date may have been overlooked or incorrectly entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Effective From Date:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code related to measurement points (e.g., EAM or IS-U transactions).
  Locate the specific measurement point that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the "Effective From" date and time are properly maintained. This date should reflect when the measurement point becomes active.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for measurement points in the SAP system to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to verify that the measurement point setup aligns with business requirements.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  If the error occurs during data entry or processing, validate the data being entered to ensure that all required fields are populated correctly.
  Check for any related entries that might also require an effective date.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on maintaining measurement points and their effective dates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as EL31 (for measurement point maintenance) or EL02 (for displaying measurement points).
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create or modify measurement points.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the missing "Effective From" date and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the GHO_ALLOC_MEASPOINT077 error.