How To Fix REEXPM002 - Starting meter reading missing for &1 meter &2 period &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REEXPM - Message Texts for Interface to PM

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Starting meter reading missing for &1 meter &2 period &3

What causes this issue?

The system could not find the starting meter reading of meter &V2& for
settlement period &V3& in order to determine the consumption.

System Response

Settlement is not carried out.

How to fix this error?

Enter the missing meter readings. The system determines the starting
meter reading for a meter as the highest meter reading before the start
of the settlement period.
The reference date of the meter reading is the determining date for the
settlement period.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REEXPM002 - Starting meter reading missing for &1 meter &2 period &3 ?

  The SAP error message REEXPM002 indicates that there is a missing starting meter reading for a specific meter during a defined period. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) module, which is used for managing utility services such as electricity, water, and gas.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Meter Reading: The starting meter reading for the specified meter and period has not been recorded in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the meter reading process or the meter itself.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors could lead to missing or incorrect readings.
  Timing Issues: The meter reading might not have been entered before the processing of the billing or invoicing cycle.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the REEXPM002 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Meter Readings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction code EL31 for meter