How To Fix EWA191 - Select one confirmation category to be the standard confirmation category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Select one confirmation category to be the standard confirmation category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EWA191 - Select one confirmation category to be the standard confirmation category ?

  The SAP error message EWA191, which states "Select one confirmation category to be the standard confirmation category," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with confirmation categories in production or order processing. This error indicates that the system requires a default confirmation category to be set, but multiple categories are available, and the system cannot determine which one to use.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Confirmation Categories: The system has multiple confirmation categories defined, and none has been designated as the standard.
  Configuration Issue: The configuration settings in the system may not have a default confirmation category set for the relevant process.
  User Role or Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to set or change the confirmation category.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EWA191 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., Production Planning, Order Management).
  
  
  
  Set a Standard Confirmation Category:
  
  Find the section related to confirmation categories.
  Identify the available confirmation categories.
  Select one of the categories to be the standard confirmation category.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the confirmation categories.
  If not, contact your SAP administrator to adjust the user roles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After setting the standard confirmation category, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Confirmation Categories: These are used in various SAP modules to categorize the types of confirmations that can be made for production orders, purchase orders, etc.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like OPL8 for confirmation categories in Production Planning) to access the relevant settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's SAP training materials for detailed steps on configuring confirmation categories.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.