How To Fix W+218 - & item(s) were added and & deleted

W+218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W+ -

• Message number: 218

• Message text: & item(s) were added and & deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W+218 - & item(s) were added and & deleted ?

  The SAP error message W+218 typically indicates a warning related to the handling of items in a document, such as a purchase order or sales order. The message usually states that items were added and deleted in the document, which can lead to inconsistencies or issues in processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Item Changes: The warning is triggered when there are changes to the items in a document, such as adding new items or deleting existing ones. This can happen during document creation, modification, or when processing transactions.
  Data Inconsistencies: The system may detect that the changes made to the items do not align with the expected data structure or business rules.
  User Actions: Users may inadvertently add or delete items while editing a document, leading to this warning.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Document Changes: Check the document to see which items were added or deleted. Ensure that the changes are intentional and correct.
  Validate Data: Ensure that the data for the