How To Fix /ISDFPS/POST_IDOCS024 - Successor of meas. doc. &1 exists with same timestamp for meas. point &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/POST_IDOCS -

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Successor of meas. doc. &1 exists with same timestamp for meas. point &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/POST_IDOCS024 - Successor of meas. doc. &1 exists with same timestamp for meas. point &2 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/POST_IDOCS024 indicates that there is a conflict with measurement documents in the system. Specifically, it states that a successor measurement document already exists with the same timestamp for the specified measurement point. This typically occurs in the context of data processing for measurement documents in SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities).
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Measurement Documents: A measurement document (meas. doc.) is being created or processed for a measurement point that already has a successor document with the same timestamp.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, possibly due to incorrect or duplicate entries in the IDoc or measurement document records.
  Timing Issues: If multiple processes are trying to create or update measurement documents simultaneously, it can lead to conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Measurement Documents:
  
  Use transaction codes like EL31 (Display Measurement Document) or EL30 (Display Measurement Document List) to check for existing measurement documents for the specified measurement point and timestamp.
  Identify if there is indeed a successor document that conflicts with the new entry.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Timestamp:
  
  If possible, adjust the timestamp of the new measurement document to ensure it does not conflict with existing documents.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Documents:
  
  If the existing measurement document is incorrect or no longer needed, consider deleting or modifying it to resolve the conflict.
  
  
  
  Review IDoc Processing:
  
  Check the IDoc that is being processed for any errors or inconsistencies. You can use transaction WE02 or WE05 to analyze the IDoc status and data.
  Ensure that the IDoc does not contain duplicate entries for the same measurement point and timestamp.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to measurement document processing in IS-U for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as EL31, EL30, WE02, and WE05 for managing measurement documents and IDocs.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to measurement document processing and IDoc handling in the SAP Support Portal.
  Data Consistency: Ensure that your data entry processes are robust to prevent duplicate entries and maintain data integrity.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.