How To Fix IR511 - &1 is a measuring point,not a reference measuring point

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 511

• Message text: &1 is a measuring point,not a reference measuring point

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IR511 - &1 is a measuring point,not a reference measuring point ?

  The SAP error message IR511 indicates that the system is trying to perform an operation on a measuring point that is not designated as a reference measuring point. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Plant Maintenance (PM) or Industry Solution (IS) modules, where measuring points are used to track and manage measurements related to equipment or processes.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are attempting to use a measuring point that is not set up as a reference measuring point in the system.
  The operation you are trying to perform (such as recording a measurement, creating a measurement document, etc.) requires a reference measuring point, but the specified measuring point does not meet this requirement.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IR511 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Measuring Point Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for measuring points in SAP.
  Verify if the measuring point you are trying to use is correctly set up as a reference measuring point.
  
  
  
  Change Measuring Point Type:
  
  If the measuring point is not set as a reference measuring point, you may need to change its configuration.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., IL01 for creating measuring points) and ensuring that the measuring point is marked as a reference measuring point.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Measuring Point:
  
  If the current measuring point cannot be changed to a reference measuring point, consider using a different measuring point that is already configured as a reference.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to measuring points and reference measuring points for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Measuring Points: These are used in SAP to track measurements related to equipment, such as meter readings, production quantities, etc.
  Reference Measuring Points: These are specific measuring points that serve as benchmarks or standards for comparison with other measurements.
  Transactions: Familiarize yourself with relevant transactions such as IL01 (Create Measuring Point), IL02 (Change Measuring Point), and IL03 (Display Measuring Point) to manage measuring points effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the IR511 error and continue with your operations in SAP.