How To Fix EWA705 - Required entry fields in order &1 item &2 have not yet been maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 705

• Message text: Required entry fields in order &1 item &2 have not yet been maintained

What causes this issue?

Not all required entry fields have been maintained. This means that the
order status cannot be set to <ZK>confirmed</>.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Maintain the required entry fields at the item level for the order.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EWA705 - Required entry fields in order &1 item &2 have not yet been maintained ?

  The SAP error message EWA705 indicates that there are required entry fields that have not been filled in for a specific order item. This error typically occurs in the context of sales orders, purchase orders, or other document types where certain mandatory fields must be populated before the document can be processed or saved.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  Required fields for the specified order item (e.g., item number, material number, quantity, etc.) are missing or incomplete.
  The configuration of the order type or item category mandates certain fields to be filled, and they are not.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EWA705 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Order and Item: Check the order number and item number mentioned in the error message. This will help you locate the specific order that is causing the issue.
  
  
  Review Required Fields: 
  
  Open the order in the relevant transaction (e.g., VA01 for sales orders, ME21N for purchase orders).
  Check the item details and look for any fields that are marked as required (often indicated by asterisks or specific error messages).
  
  
  
  Fill in Missing Information: 
  
  Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled in. Common required fields may include:
  
  Material number
  Quantity
  Delivery date
  Plant
  Storage location
  
  
  If the order type or item category has specific requirements, ensure those are met.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you have access to configuration settings, verify that the settings for the order type and item category are correct. This may involve checking:
  
  Field selection settings
  Item category settings
  Order type settings
  
  
  
  Save the Order: After filling in the required fields, attempt to save the order again. If all mandatory fields are correctly filled, the error should no longer appear.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing orders, such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), etc.
  Field Selection: Understanding how field selection works in SAP can help you identify which fields are mandatory based on the configuration.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to edit the order and access the required fields.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.