How To Fix EWA902 - Field &1 cannot be changed

EWA902 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 902

• Message text: Field &1 cannot be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EWA902 - Field &1 cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message EWA902, which states "Field &1 cannot be changed," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify a field in a transaction or program that is not allowed due to the system's configuration or the current state of the data. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during data entry, updates, or when executing certain transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Field Attributes: The field in question may be defined as non-editable in the data dictionary (e.g., it could be a key field or a field that is set to be read-only).
  Status of the Document: The document or record may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., it could be locked, completed, or in a closed status).
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the field.
  Business Logic: There may be business rules or logic implemented in the system that prevent changes to certain fields