How To Fix EWA159 - You have entered a deletion indicator and a new date for the service date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EWA - IS-U-WA: Waste Management

• Message number: 159

• Message text: You have entered a deletion indicator and a new date for the service date

What causes this issue?

You have entered a deletion indicator and a new date for the service
date.

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?

You have the following options:
If you want to delete the service date then reset the deletion
indicator.
If you do not want to delete the service date then enter a different
change indicator (such as <ls>Postpone</> or <ls>Recreate</>).

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EWA159 - You have entered a deletion indicator and a new date for the service date ?

  The SAP error message EWA159 indicates that there is a conflict in the data entry related to service dates and deletion indicators in the system. Specifically, this error occurs when a user attempts to enter a deletion indicator (which typically signifies that a record is to be marked for deletion) while also specifying a new service date. This situation is contradictory because marking a record for deletion implies that it should no longer be active or relevant, making it illogical to assign a new service date to it.
  Cause:
  
  Conflicting Data Entry: The primary cause of this error is the simultaneous entry of a deletion indicator and a new service date in the same transaction or record.
  Data Integrity Rules: SAP enforces data integrity rules that prevent users from making contradictory entries that could lead to inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should take the following steps:
  
  Review the Entries: Check the entries you have made in the transaction. Look for the deletion indicator and the service date fields.
  Decide on the Action:
  
  If you intend to delete the record, remove the new service date and keep the deletion indicator.
  If you want to keep the record active and update the service date, remove the deletion indicator.
  
  
  Re-enter the Data: After making the necessary adjustments, re-enter the data without the conflicting entries.
  Save the Changes: Once the conflicting entries are resolved, save the changes to avoid the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes related to service management, maintenance planning, or similar modules in SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's SAP guidelines for more information on handling service dates and deletion indicators.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the implications of using deletion indicators and how they interact with other fields in the system to prevent similar errors in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide further assistance based on the specific context of your SAP environment.