How To Fix EWA212 - Date &3 has an incorrect format &4 in waste disposal order &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Date &3 has an incorrect format &4 in waste disposal order &1 &2

What causes this issue?

The confirmation contains a date field with a date in an inocorrect
format.

System Response

The change to the confirmation of this waste disposal order is
rejected.

How to fix this error?

Correct and reload the confirmation.

Procedure for System Administrators

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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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EWA212 - Date &3 has an incorrect format &4 in waste disposal order &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message EWA212 indicates that there is an issue with the date format in a waste disposal order. Specifically, the message states that the date provided (represented by &3) does not conform to the expected format (represented by &4) for the waste disposal order identified by &1 (order number) and &2 (order type).
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date entered in the waste disposal order does not match the expected format defined in the system settings. This could be due to:
  
  User inputting the date in a different format (e.g., MM/DD/YYYY instead of DD/MM/YYYY).
  System settings or user profile settings that define the expected date format.
  Data being imported or uploaded into the system that does not conform to the expected format.
  
  
  
  Localization Settings: The date format may vary based on the localization settings of the SAP system. If the system is set to a specific locale, it may expect dates in a certain format.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Date Format: Verify the date format that the SAP system expects. This can usually be found in the user profile settings or system configuration. Ensure that the date you are entering matches this format.
  
  
  Correct the Date Entry: If you have entered the date incorrectly, correct it to match the expected format. For example, if the system expects DD/MM/YYYY, ensure that you enter the date accordingly.
  
  
  Review User Settings: Check the user-specific settings for date formats. You can do this by navigating to the user profile settings in SAP and adjusting the date format if necessary.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the expected date format, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  
  Data Import/Upload: If the error occurs during a data import or upload, ensure that the data source is formatted correctly before importing it into SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context on date formats in waste disposal orders.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct data entry formats to minimize errors in the future.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the system configuration related to date formats and localization settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EWA212 error and ensure that waste disposal orders are processed correctly.