How To Fix EEWA_WDOC229 - &1 &2 cannot be posted, weighing record &3 is still open

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWA_WDOC - Message Class for Waste Disposal Order Cockpit

• Message number: 229

• Message text: &1 &2 cannot be posted, weighing record &3 is still open

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWA_WDOC229 - &1 &2 cannot be posted, weighing record &3 is still open ?

  The SAP error message EEWA_WDOC229 indicates that a document cannot be posted because there is an open weighing record associated with it. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module or in scenarios involving weighing and measurement processes.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A weighing record (e.g., for materials or products) is still open and has not been completed or closed.
  The system is trying to post a document (like a goods movement or an invoice) that is dependent on the completion of the weighing record.
  There may be inconsistencies in the data or processes that prevent the closure of the weighing record.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Open Weighing Records:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or report in SAP that allows you to view open weighing records.
  Identify the weighing record mentioned in the error message (record &3).
  
  
  
  Complete or Close the Weighing Record:
  
  If the weighing record is incomplete, complete the necessary steps to finalize it.
  If the weighing record is no longer needed, you may need to delete or cancel it, depending on your business processes.
  
  
  
  Review Related Documents:
  
  Ensure that all related documents and processes are in order. Sometimes, other documents may be blocking the closure of the weighing record.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you are unsure about how to proceed, consult with your SAP functional team or a colleague who is familiar with the weighing and measurement processes in your organization.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  If the problem persists, there may be a system issue or configuration problem. In this case, you may need to involve your SAP Basis or technical team to investigate further.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that deal with weighing records, such as:
  
  CWBW: Weighing Document
  CWBW1: Display Weighing Document
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to weighing records and document posting to understand the process better.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If your organization has custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the weighing record processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully post the document.