How To Fix EWA712 - Waste &2 is not permitted for service product &1

EWA712 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 712

• Message text: Waste &2 is not permitted for service product &1

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EWA712 - Details

• The SAP error message EWA712, which states "Waste &2 is not permitted for service product &1," typically occurs in the context of service management or service order processing within SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to record waste (or scrap) for a service product that does not allow for such an action.
  
  Cause:
  
  Service Product Configuration: The service product (identified as &1) is configured in a way that does not permit waste or scrap entries. This could be due to settings in the service master data or the service order type.
  Incorrect Waste Quantity: The quantity of waste (identified as &2) being recorded may exceed the allowable limits or may not be applicable for the specific service product.
  Business Rules: There may be business rules or policies in place that restrict the recording of waste for certain types of service products.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Service Product Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the service product