How To Fix EWA013 - Service frequency already exists for &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Service frequency already exists for &1 &2

What causes this issue?

A service frequency already exists for &V1& &V2&.

How to fix this error?

To create additional services, use transaction <LS>Change service
frequency</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EWA013 - Service frequency already exists for &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message EWA013, which states "Service frequency already exists for &1 &2," typically occurs in the context of the SAP EarlyWatch Alert (EWA) service. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or schedule a service frequency that already exists for the specified system or client.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Scheduling: The most common cause of this error is that a service frequency (like a scheduled job for EWA) has already been defined for the specified system and client combination.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are causing the system to attempt to create a duplicate entry.
  System Migration or Changes: If there have been recent changes to the system, such as migrations or updates, it may lead to inconsistencies in the scheduling of services.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Service Frequencies:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., EWA or EWA_ADMIN) to check the existing service frequencies for the specified system and client.
  Identify if the service frequency already exists and if it is active.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Entry:
  
  If a duplicate entry is found, you can either modify the existing service frequency or delete it if it is no longer needed.
  Ensure that the service frequency you want to create does not conflict with existing ones.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to EWA in your SAP system to ensure that there are no misconfigurations leading to this error.
  Ensure that the scheduling parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to EWA for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and reviewing configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as EWA, EWA_ADMIN, or SICF for service configuration.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EWA013 error and successfully manage your service frequencies in SAP.