How To Fix EWA226 - A total of &1 waste disposal orders could not be outputted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 226

• Message text: A total of &1 waste disposal orders could not be outputted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EWA226 - A total of &1 waste disposal orders could not be outputted ?

  The SAP error message EWA226 indicates that a certain number of waste disposal orders could not be outputted. This error typically arises in the context of waste management processes within SAP, particularly when trying to generate or print waste disposal orders.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Output Configuration: The output type for waste disposal orders may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Incomplete Data: The waste disposal orders may have missing or incomplete data that prevents them from being processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to output the waste disposal orders.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as problems with the printer settings, spool requests, or communication with the output device.
  Batch Job Issues: If the output is being generated as part of a batch job, there may be issues with the job itself.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EWA226 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Output Configuration:
  
  Go to the output type configuration in SPRO (Customizing) and ensure that the output type for waste disposal orders is correctly set up.
  Verify that the output determination procedure is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Waste Disposal Orders:
  
  Check the specific waste disposal orders that could not be outputted for any missing or incorrect data.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user attempting to output the orders has the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  
  Examine Printer Settings:
  
  Check the printer settings in SAP (transaction SPAD) to ensure that the correct printer is configured and available.
  Look for any spool requests that may have failed and investigate the reasons for failure.
  
  
  
  Monitor Batch Jobs:
  
  If the output is part of a batch job, check the job logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during processing.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to use transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME2N (Purchase Orders by PO Number) to review the waste disposal orders.
  Output Control: Familiarize yourself with the output control settings in SAP, as they play a crucial role in how documents are generated and printed.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to waste management and output processing for additional insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EWA226 error and implement a solution to resolve it.