How To Fix U7012 - Activity day &1: Too many meter reading results (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: U7 - Japan-Specific Developments

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Activity day &1: Too many meter reading results (&2)

What causes this issue?

You want to enter a meter reading on activity day &V1&. However, this
would result in more than five meter readings on one day. At least &V2&
of these have a move-in as a meter reading reason or a meter reading
that triggers billing (meter reading reason &V4&)
Note for error analysis:
Meter reading document number &V3& already exists for this case.

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?

Simplify this scenario of meter readings by deleting unnecessary meter
readings.
No more than five meter readings can exist for this day.
Only meter readings that <ZH>trigger billing</> or <ZH>technical</>
meter readings are important. For example, <ZH>periodic meter readings
</> or <ZH>changes to the installation structure</>. <ZH>Move-in</> is
also important.

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 U7012 - Activity day &1: Too many meter reading results (&2) ?

  The SAP error message U7012, which states "Activity day &1: Too many meter reading results (&2)," typically occurs in the context of the SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) module. This error indicates that there are too many meter reading results recorded for a specific activity day, which exceeds the system's predefined limit.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Limit: The system has a limit on the number of meter reading results that can be recorded for a single day. If this limit is exceeded, the error will be triggered.
  Data Entry Issues: There may be issues with data entry, such as multiple readings being entered for the same meter on the same day.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not be aligned with the business processes, leading to an excessive number of readings being recorded.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Meter Readings: Check the meter readings recorded for the specified activity day. Identify if there are duplicate or unnecessary readings that can be deleted or consolidated.
  Adjust Configuration: If the business process requires more readings than the current limit allows, consider adjusting the configuration settings in the SAP system to increase the limit for meter readings.
  Data Cleanup: Perform a data cleanup to remove any erroneous or duplicate meter readings that may have been entered.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or IS-U consultant to understand the specific configuration settings related to meter readings and how to adjust them.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like EL31 (for entering meter readings) or EL22 (for displaying meter readings) to manage meter reading data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on best practices for managing meter readings.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If your organization has custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting how meter readings are processed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.