How To Fix IR027 - Document & already entered for the measurement time specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IR - PM: IMRC - Measurement Readings and Counters

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Document & already entered for the measurement time specified

What causes this issue?

You are trying to enter a measurement document for a
<GL:measuring_point>measuring point</> that has been defined as a
<GL:counter>counter</>.
However, a measurement document that has not been reversed already
exists at the measurement time you have entered.
The system must be able to determine a unique sequence for the
<GL:measurement_document>measurement documents</> to be able to
recalculate the counter readings if necessary.

System Response

The system will not allow the existence of two measurement documents
for a measuring point where the measurement times are the same to the
exact second. The system must be able to order the measurement
documents in a sequence if it has to to recalculate the counter
readings.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IR027 - Document & already entered for the measurement time specified ?

  The SAP error message IR027 ("Document & already entered for the measurement time specified") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or SAP Controlling (CO) modules when you are trying to enter a measurement document for a piece of equipment or a functional location, but a measurement document for the same time period has already been recorded.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that a measurement document for the specified measurement time has already been entered in the system. SAP does not allow duplicate entries for the same measurement point and time period to maintain data integrity.
  Incorrect Time Specification: The time period you are trying to enter may overlap with an existing entry, leading to this error.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the system that enforce strict rules on measurement document entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: 
  
  Go to the measurement document entry screen and check if there is already a measurement document for the specified time. You can use transaction codes like IK17 (Display Measurement Document) to view existing entries.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Entry: 
  
  If you find an existing entry that is incorrect or needs to be updated, you can either modify it or delete it (if allowed) before entering the new measurement document.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Time Frame: 
  
  Ensure that the measurement time you are trying to enter does not overlap with existing entries. Adjust the time frame accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the relevant SAP documentation or user manuals for your specific version of SAP to understand the rules around measurement document entries.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  IK17: Display Measurement Document
  IK11: Create Measurement Document
  IK12: Change Measurement Document
  IK13: Display Measurement Document
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify measurement documents in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IR027 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.