How To Fix IP374 - Entered counter reading greater than last entered counter reading

IP374 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

• Message number: 374

• Message text: Entered counter reading greater than last entered counter reading

What causes this issue?

The entered <DS:GLOS.counter_reading>counter reading</> is greater than
the last entered counter reading.

System Response

INCLUDE KEINE-VERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

You have the following options:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Correct your input.
Update your counter reading by entering a
<DS:GLOS.measurement_document> measurement document</> for the
<DS:GLOS.counter>counter</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IP374 - Entered counter reading greater than last entered counter reading ?

  The SAP error message IP374 ("Entered counter reading greater than last entered counter reading") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or SAP Industry Solution (IS) modules when dealing with counter readings for equipment or functional locations. This error indicates that the counter reading you are trying to enter is greater than the last recorded counter reading, which is not allowed as it violates the logical sequence of counter readings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The most common cause is that the user has mistakenly entered a counter reading that is higher than the last recorded reading.
  Data Corruption: In rare cases, data corruption or inconsistencies in the database can lead to this error.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings that enforce strict validation rules on counter readings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Counter Readings: Check the last recorded counter reading for the equipment or functional location. Ensure that the new reading you are trying