Message type: E = Error
Message class: EWA - IS-U-WA: Waste Management
Message number: 161
Message text: Enter a new service date for the change indicator
You have chosen the change indicator <ls>Postpone</> or <ls>Recreate</>
but have not entered a new service date.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
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EWA161
- Enter a new service date for the change indicator ?The SAP error message EWA161, which states "Enter a new service date for the change indicator," typically occurs in the context of service management or maintenance planning within SAP. This error is often related to the need for a valid service date when making changes to a service order, maintenance plan, or similar object.
Cause: Missing Service Date: The error usually arises when a user attempts to change a service order or maintenance plan without providing a new service date. Change Indicator: The change indicator in SAP indicates that a change has been made to the service order or maintenance plan, and the system requires a new service date to reflect this change. Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from processing the change without a valid service date.
Solution: Enter a New Service Date: When prompted with this error, the primary solution is to enter a valid new service
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