expression
cannot do without; indispensable; absolutely necessary
Expresses that something is essential or that one cannot manage without it. Often used with a noun marked by が or は.
この仕事には経験が無くてはいけない。
Experience is indispensable for this job.
生きていくには水が無くてはいけない。
You cannot live without water.
expression
Attaches to the negative stem of a verb (ない-form minus ない) to express obligation or necessity. Equivalent to なければならない but slightly more colloquial.
明日までにレポートを出さなくてはいけない。
I have to submit the report by tomorrow.
もっと勉強しなくてはいけない。
I must study more.