How To Fix IP122 - Next planned counter reading must be larger than total counter reading

IP122 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Next planned counter reading must be larger than total counter reading

What causes this issue?

You have tried to enter a <GL:planned_counter_reading>planned counter
reading</> that is less than the total counter reading. This is not
allowed in the case of <GL:counter>counters</> that run forwards.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter a <GL:counter_reading>counter reading</> that is greater than the
total counter reading, or enter an offset to the next counter reading.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IP122 - Next planned counter reading must be larger than total counter reading ?

  The SAP error message IP122, which states "Next planned counter reading must be larger than total counter reading," typically occurs in the context of maintenance planning and counter readings in SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) or similar modules. This error indicates that the next planned counter reading you are trying to enter is not greater than the total counter reading that has already been recorded.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The next planned counter reading has been entered as a value that is less than or equal to the current total counter reading.
  Counter Reading Logic: The system is designed to ensure that counter readings progress in a logical manner, meaning that future readings must always exceed past readings.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with how counter readings have been recorded or updated in the system, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IP122 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Current Counter Reading: Check the