How To Fix EWA485 - The discharge type &1 does not exist in the system.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 485

• Message text: The discharge type &1 does not exist in the system.

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EWA485 - The discharge type &1 does not exist in the system. ?

  The SAP error message EWA485, which states "The discharge type &1 does not exist in the system," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a specified discharge type in the relevant configuration or master data. This error is often encountered in the context of logistics, particularly in processes related to shipping, transportation, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The discharge type specified in the transaction or process may not have been configured in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The discharge type may have been entered incorrectly, leading to a mismatch with the existing entries in the system.
  Data Deletion: The discharge type may have been deleted or deactivated in the system, making it unavailable for use.
  Transport Issues: If the system is part of a transport landscape, the discharge type may not have been transported correctly from the development or quality system to the production system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the IMG - Implementation Guide).
  Verify if the discharge type exists in the configuration for the relevant module (e.g., Logistics Execution, Sales and Distribution).
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input for the discharge type in the transaction where the error occurred.
  Ensure that the discharge type is spelled correctly and matches the expected format.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check if the discharge type is part of the master data (e.g., material master, customer master).
  If it is missing, you may need to create or update the relevant master data records.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you suspect that the discharge type should exist but does not, consult with your SAP Basis team to check if there were any issues during the transport of configuration or master data.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Support:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more information on the specific discharge type and its configuration.
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the IMG), MM01 (to create material), or VD01 (to create customer master) to check or create relevant data.
  Customizing Settings: The discharge type may be part of customizing settings in logistics modules, so ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes.
  Error Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more details on the error and any related messages that could provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EWA485 error and implement a solution to resolve it.