How To Fix IR179 - Conflict of document &1 with meas. point &2 for meas. reading transfer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Conflict of document &1 with meas. point &2 for meas. reading transfer

What causes this issue?

The system tried to perform the
<DS:GLOS.3526C2D9AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>counter reading transfer</>.
However, a <DS:GLOS.3526C2F5AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>measurement
document</> already exists at a
<DS:GLOS.3526C2F8AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>target measuring point</>,
which means that you cannot use the counter reading transfer to add a
second measurement document for the same time point.

System Response

INCLUDE KEINE-FUNKTION OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Check the pre-existing measurement document from the organizational
area. Normally, this measurement document should be cancelled and, if
necessary, replaced by a replacement document for another time point.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IR179 - Conflict of document &1 with meas. point &2 for meas. reading transfer ?

  The SAP error message IR179 indicates a conflict between a document and a measurement point during the measurement reading transfer process. This error typically arises in the context of utilities or asset management modules where measurement points are used to track consumption or readings from devices like meters.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The measurement point may not be correctly linked to the document (e.g., a work order or maintenance order) that is being processed.
  Incorrect Measurement Point: The measurement point specified in the document may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for measurement reading transfers.
  Duplicate Entries: There may be duplicate measurement readings or conflicts with existing readings for the same measurement point.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IR179 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Measurement Point: Verify that the measurement point specified in the document is valid and exists in the system. Ensure that it is correctly configured and active.
  
  
  Review Document: Check the document (e.g., work order) for any inconsistencies or errors. Ensure that it is in a status that allows for measurement reading transfers.
  
  
  Validate Readings: Ensure that there are no duplicate measurement readings for the same measurement point. If duplicates exist, you may need to delete or correct them.
  
  
  Reprocess the Transfer: After making the necessary corrections, attempt to reprocess the measurement reading transfer.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the measurement reading transfer process in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW31 (Create Work Order), IW32 (Change Work Order), and others related to measurement point management.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for measurement points and measurement reading transfers in the SAP system.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to measurement points and documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the conflict indicated by the IR179 error message.