How To Fix EEWA_RCI041 - Posting error EWADCFL - No successor defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWA_RCI - Messages for Enhanced Container Management

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Posting error EWADCFL - No successor defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWA_RCI041 - Posting error EWADCFL - No successor defined ?

  The SAP error message EEWA_RCI041 with the description "Posting error EWADCFL - No successor defined" typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with the posting of documents or transactions related to asset accounting or similar modules. This error indicates that there is a missing configuration or data that prevents the system from processing the transaction correctly.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Successor Definition: The primary cause of this error is that the system is unable to find a successor for a particular asset or transaction. This could be due to:
  
  The asset not being properly defined in the system.
  Missing configuration in the asset master data.
  Incorrect or incomplete settings in the asset accounting configuration.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the asset, such as missing links to successor assets or incorrect status settings.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the asset accounting module may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to determine a successor.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data: 
  
  Go to the asset master data (transaction code AS03) and verify that the asset in question has a defined successor. If not, you may need to create or update the asset master data to include the successor.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the asset accounting module (transaction code OAOA or OAYZ) to ensure that the successor definitions are correctly set up.
  Ensure that the relevant settings for asset transactions are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a data consistency check for the asset accounting module to identify any inconsistencies that may be causing the error. This can often be done through transaction codes like OAAQ or similar.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to asset accounting and the specific error message for any additional guidance or updates that may be relevant.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS03 (Display Asset), OAOA (Define Asset Classes), and OAYZ (Define Depreciation Areas).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message EEWA_RCI041 for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message EEWA_RCI041 in your SAP system.