How To Fix ER023 - Enter an existing water pressure area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ER - IS-U regional structure

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Enter an existing water pressure area

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ER023 - Enter an existing water pressure area ?

  The SAP error message ER023, which states "Enter an existing water pressure area," typically occurs in the context of SAP's utilities or water management modules. This error indicates that the system is expecting a valid water pressure area to be entered, but the input provided does not correspond to any existing records in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The user may have entered a water pressure area code that does not exist in the system.
  Data Deletion: The water pressure area may have been deleted or is inactive in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the water pressure areas in the system.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the water pressure areas.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Input: Check the water pressure area code you are entering. Ensure that it is correct and matches an existing entry in the system.
  Check Existing Records: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to look up the relevant table (e.g., T_WATER_PRESSURE_AREA) to see if the area exists.
  Consult with Admin: If you suspect that the area has been deleted or is inactive, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for maintaining the data.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for water pressure areas is set up correctly in the system. This may involve checking customizing settings in SPRO.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the water pressure area data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SPRO (Customizing).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to water management and utilities for more context on how water pressure areas are defined and used.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ER023 error and successfully enter a valid water pressure area in the SAP system.