How To Fix TU152 - Portion &1 is used in meter reading units

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TU - Billing/Scheduling/Budget Billing

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Portion &1 is used in meter reading units

What causes this issue?

You have changed entries in a portion that is used in one or more meter
reading units. This may lead to inconsistent datasets between the
portion and the meter reading units.
Example:
<ZH>Originally, no combination of billing class and division category
was entered in the appropriate field in the portion.</> This means that
all combinations are permitted in the meter reading unit. If a
combination is now entered in the portion, it cannot exist in the meter
reading unit.

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?

To determine which meter reading units the portion is used in, choose
<ZH>Where-used</>. In the meter reading units, you can adjust the
current status of the portion by choosing <ZH>Edit -> Activate
portion</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TU152 - Portion &1 is used in meter reading units ?

  The SAP error message TU152 indicates that a specific portion (or unit) is being used in meter reading units, which is causing a conflict or issue in the system. This error typically arises in the context of utilities management, particularly when dealing with meter readings and the associated units of measurement.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A portion of a unit of measure is being referenced in a way that is not allowed or is inconsistent with the expected configuration in the SAP system.
  The unit of measure (UoM) being used for meter readings is not properly defined or is conflicting with other settings in the system.
  There may be a mismatch between the expected units for a particular transaction and the units that are currently configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TU152 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Unit of Measure Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for units of measure in SAP (Transaction Code: OME1 or similar).
  Ensure that the units of measure used for meter readings are correctly defined and that there are no conflicts.
  
  
  
  Review Meter Reading Units:
  
  Check the specific meter reading units that are being used in the transaction that triggered the error.
  Ensure that the units are compatible with the expected input for the transaction.
  
  
  
  Adjust Portion Settings:
  
  If the error is related to a specific portion of a unit, review how portions are defined in the system.
  Make sure that the portions are correctly set up and that they align with the units of measure being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on unit of measure settings and meter reading configurations.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue continues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OME1 (Define Units of Measure) and OME2 (Define Conversion Factors) for managing units of measure.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal for detailed information on utilities management and meter reading processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the TU152 error and implement a solution to resolve it.