How To Fix REXCJP408 - Reading missing for meter & assigned to & for period &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REXCJP - Localization Flexible Real Estate Japan

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Reading missing for meter & assigned to & for period &

What causes this issue?

Meter reading missing for the selected meter and period.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Interpretation of the measurement documents for the service charge
settlement with fix unit prices in Japan:
The first measurement document defined for a day shows the final meter
reading on the day before the date of the measurement document.
Additional measurement documents defined for a day show the meter
readings on the day of the measurement documents.
Exapmple:
For a meter, there are the following measurement documents:
31.12.2005,, 0,000,,kWh,,( shows the consumption till 30.12.2005 )
31.01.2006,,1000,000,,kWh,,( shows the consumption between 31.12.2005 -
30.01.2006 )
28.02.2006,,1000,000,,kWh,,( shows the consumption between 31.01.2006 -
27.02.2006 )
For the period, 01.01.2006 - 31.01.2006 the consumption will be in this
case: 1003 kWh.
( 30 day * 1000 kWh / 31 day + 1 day * 1000 kWh / 28 day = 1003 kWh )

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REXCJP408 - Reading missing for meter & assigned to & for period & ?

  The SAP error message REXCJP408 typically indicates that there is a missing reading for a meter that is assigned to a specific object (like a contract or a location) for a given period. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) when dealing with meter readings and billing processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Meter Reading: The primary cause of this error is that there is no recorded meter reading for the specified meter and period. This could happen if the reading was not entered, was deleted, or if there was an issue during the data transfer process.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the meter reading process or in the assignment of meters to contracts or locations.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to missing readings or incorrect assignments.
  Timing Issues: The meter reading might not have been posted in the system before the billing run or report was executed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Meter Readings: Verify if there are any existing meter readings for the specified meter and period. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction code EL31 for meter reading documents).
  Enter Missing Readings: If a reading is indeed missing, you will need to enter the meter reading for the specified period. This can be done through the appropriate transaction for entering meter readings.
  Review Assignments: Ensure that the meter is correctly assigned to the relevant contract or location. You can check this in the master data for the meter.
  Reprocess Billing: If the meter reading has been entered after the billing run, you may need to reprocess the billing to include the new reading.
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to meter readings and billing in the SAP system to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as EL31 (Display Meter Reading Document), EL30 (Create Meter Reading Document), and others related to billing and meter management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on managing meter readings and troubleshooting related issues.
  Support: If the problem cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support or your organization's SAP functional team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the REXCJP408 error and implement a solution to resolve it.