Reference:
Manage Meters Process Model - Page 2 for the business process diagram associated with this activity.
Description: The effective date of the Meter Configuration cannot overlap with the effective date period for any service point historical installation. This means a new Meter Configuration cannot be added while the Meter is installed and currently measuring consumption. The Meter is removed from the Service Point to add the new effective dated Meter Configuration. CSR or Authorized User installs a removal meter read in order to remove the meter from the Service Point.