How To Fix IR504 - Measuring point &1 is not available; it is a reference measuring point

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 504

• Message text: Measuring point &1 is not available; it is a reference measuring point

What causes this issue?

You cannot create measurement documents for a reference measuring point.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter a measuring point.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IR504 - Measuring point &1 is not available; it is a reference measuring point ?

  The SAP error message IR504 indicates that the measuring point you are trying to access or use is not available because it is a reference measuring point. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Plant Maintenance (PM) or Utilities Management modules, where measuring points are used to track consumption or performance metrics.
  Cause:
  
  Reference Measuring Point: The measuring point you are trying to use is defined as a reference measuring point. Reference measuring points are typically used for comparison or as a template and are not intended for direct measurement entries.
  Incorrect Configuration: The measuring point may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the correct object or location.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the measuring point.
  Inactive Measuring Point: The measuring point may be inactive or not set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Measuring Point Configuration:
  
  Go to the measuring point configuration in SAP and verify if the measuring point is indeed set as a reference measuring point. If it should not be, you may need to change its configuration.
  Use transaction code IK01 to create or IK02 to change measuring points and check the settings.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Measuring Point:
  
  If the measuring point is intended to be a reference, you may need to use a different measuring point that is not a reference for your operations.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the measuring point. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Check for Inactive Status:
  
  Verify if the measuring point is active. If it is inactive, you may need to activate it using the appropriate transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more details on measuring points and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IK01: Create Measuring Point
  IK02: Change Measuring Point
  IK03: Display Measuring Point
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Manuals: Refer to the user manuals for the Plant Maintenance or Utilities Management modules for more detailed information on measuring points.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IR504 error and ensure that you are using the correct measuring points in your SAP system.