How To Fix IP104 - Measuring point & is not a counter

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Measuring point & is not a counter

What causes this issue?

You have entered a <GL:measuring_point>measuring point</> that is not
defined as a <GL:counter>counter</>.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

How to fix this error?

Check your entry. If you have entered the correct measuring point, mark
it in another session as a counter, or assign a measuring point to the
<GL:preventive_maintenance_plan>maintenance plan</> that has already
been defined as a counter.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IP104 - Measuring point & is not a counter ?

  The SAP error message IP104 ("Measuring point & is not a counter") typically occurs in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to perform an operation that involves a measuring point that is not configured as a counter. This error indicates that the system expects a counter-type measuring point, but the specified measuring point is not set up as such.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Measuring Point Configuration: The measuring point you are trying to use is not defined as a counter in the system. This could be due to incorrect settings in the measuring point master data.
  Data Entry Error: The measuring point entered may be incorrect or may not exist in the system.
  System Settings: The system may not be configured to recognize the measuring point as a counter.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Measuring Point Configuration:
  
  Go to the measuring point master data (transaction code IL01 or IL02).
  Verify that the measuring point is correctly configured as a counter. Check the "Counter" field in the configuration.
  If it is not set as a counter, you may need to change the configuration or create a new measuring point that is defined as a counter.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Ensure that the measuring point you are entering is correct and exists in the system.
  Double-check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to measuring points and counters to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify measuring point data.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP directly for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Measuring Points: In SAP, measuring points are used to record measurements for various purposes, including maintenance and cost tracking.
  Counter vs. Non-Counter: A counter measuring point is used to track quantities that can increase or decrease, such as the number of hours a machine has run or the number of items produced.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IL01 (Create Measuring Point), IL02 (Change Measuring Point), and IL03 (Display Measuring Point) for managing measuring points.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IP104 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.