How To Fix /SAPCE/IU_BBHU163 - No intermediate meter reading to be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/IU_BBHU -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: No intermediate meter reading to be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/IU_BBHU163 - No intermediate meter reading to be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/IU_BBHU163 No intermediate meter reading to be deleted typically occurs in the context of utility billing or meter reading processes within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is attempting to delete an intermediate meter reading that does not exist in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Meter Reading: The most common cause is that the intermediate meter reading you are trying to delete has already been deleted or was never created.
  Incorrect Selection: The user may have selected the wrong meter reading or the wrong period for deletion.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the database that should correspond to the meter readings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Meter Readings: Check the meter readings in the system to confirm whether the intermediate reading you are trying to delete actually exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (e.g., EL38 for meter reading documents).
  Check Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used for deletion are correct. Make sure you are targeting the right meter reading and that it is indeed an intermediate reading.
  Review Logs: Look at the application logs or error logs to gather more information about the context in which the error occurred. This can provide insights into what might be going wrong.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling meter readings and deletions.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as EL38 (Display Meter Reading Document) and EL37 (Delete Meter Reading Document) to manage meter readings effectively.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete meter readings in the system.
  System Configuration: Check if there are any specific configurations in your SAP system related to meter readings that might affect the deletion process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /SAPCE/IU_BBHU163 No intermediate meter reading to be deleted.