How To Fix EWA080 - Material &1 is not in basic device category "container"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Material &1 is not in basic device category "container"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EWA080 - Material &1 is not in basic device category "container" ?

  The SAP error message EWA080 indicates that a specific material (denoted by &1) is not classified under the basic device category "container." This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or similar modules where materials need to be categorized correctly for proper handling and processing.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Material Classification: The material in question has not been assigned to the correct basic device category, which is necessary for the system to recognize it as a container.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or the device category may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during the creation or modification of the material master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the affected material (transaction code MM03).
  Verify the basic data and ensure that the material is assigned to the correct device category. If it is not, you may need to update the material master.
  
  
  
  Assign to Basic Device Category:
  
  If the material should indeed be classified as a container, you can assign it to the basic device category "container" in the material master.
  This can typically be done in the "Basic Data" or "Warehouse" views of the material master.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Customizing (transaction code SPRO) to ensure that the basic device categories are correctly defined and that the material types are properly linked to these categories.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to manage device categories and material classifications.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), SPRO (Customizing).
  Basic Device Categories: These are predefined categories in SAP that help classify materials for various processes, including storage and handling.
  Material Types: Ensure that the material type is compatible with the intended use and classification.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.