How To Fix EWA029 - Confirmation category &1 is not admissible for service type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Confirmation category &1 is not admissible for service type &2

What causes this issue?

You have allocated a <DS:GLOS.1E31D52E8546D411A4940060B03C3B0E>
confirmation category</> that is already allocated to a
<DS:GLOS.68ADC3362E45D411AB370060B03C3B0B>service area</>. This service
area &V3& does not have an allocation to the
<DS:GLOS.601E8743D1BAD4119B550060B0671ACC> service type</> &V2&that you
are currently processing.

System Response

Allocation is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Allocate a different confirmation category.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EWA029 - Confirmation category &1 is not admissible for service type &2 ?

  The SAP error message EWA029, which states "Confirmation category &1 is not admissible for service type &2," typically occurs in the context of service confirmations in SAP, particularly when dealing with service orders or service management.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that there is a mismatch between the confirmation category you are trying to use and the service type associated with the service order or service confirmation. Each service type in SAP has specific confirmation categories that are allowed, and if you attempt to use a confirmation category that is not valid for the specified service type, this error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Service Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the service type in SAP. You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (usually in SPRO).
  Verify which confirmation categories are allowed for the service type in question.
  
  
  
  Review the Confirmation Category:
  
  Ensure that the confirmation category you are trying to use is indeed valid for the service type you are working with. You may need to consult the documentation or configuration settings to confirm this.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Confirmation Category:
  
  If the confirmation category is incorrect, you may need to change it to one that is valid for the service type. This can usually be done in the service confirmation transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support or Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the allowed categories, it may be helpful to consult SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try to process the service confirmation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error while using transaction codes such as IW41 (Enter Time Confirmation) or IW44 (Change Time Confirmation).
  Service Management Module: This error is related to the Service Management module in SAP, which deals with service orders, confirmations, and related processes.
  Customizing Settings: The relevant customizing settings can usually be found under the path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Plant Maintenance and Customer Service -> Maintenance and Service Processing -> Service Order -> Define Confirmation Categories.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.