How To Fix EEWA_WDOC108 - &1 &2: Container group &3 could not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWA_WDOC - Message Class for Waste Disposal Order Cockpit

• Message number: 108

• Message text: &1 &2: Container group &3 could not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWA_WDOC108 - &1 &2: Container group &3 could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message EEWA_WDOC108 indicates that a container group could not be deleted. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or related modules where container management is involved. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Active References: The container group you are trying to delete may have active references or dependencies, such as open transactions, stock, or other linked documents.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the container group.
  System Lock: The container group might be locked by another process or user, preventing deletion.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be data integrity constraints in place that prevent the deletion of the container group.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system related to container management could lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Active References: Before attempting to delete the container group, ensure that there are no active references. This includes checking for any stock or transactions associated with the container group.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Release Locks: If the container group is locked, identify the user or process that is holding the lock and resolve it. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Data Cleanup: If there are any inconsistencies or issues with the data, perform necessary cleanup operations to resolve them.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to container management for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM12: To check for locks.
  SE11: To view table definitions and relationships.
  SE80: For development and debugging purposes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to EEWA_WDOC108 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  EWM Documentation: Review the SAP EWM documentation for best practices on container management and deletion processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.