How To Fix EWA435 - Order item for &1 already confirmed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 435

• Message text: Order item for &1 already confirmed

What causes this issue?

The item has already been confirmed and the corresponding container
allocated to the container location.

System Response

How to fix this error?

If you want to change the confirmation, you must first of all cancel
the container allocation.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EWA435 - Order item for &1 already confirmed ?

  The SAP error message EWA435, which states "Order item for &1 already confirmed," typically occurs in the context of order processing, particularly when dealing with sales orders, production orders, or similar transactional processes. This error indicates that an attempt is being made to confirm an order item that has already been confirmed, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Confirmation: The most common cause of this error is that the order item has already been confirmed in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The confirmation was processed previously, either manually or automatically.
  There is a system or user error that leads to multiple attempts to confirm the same order item.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Order Status: The order item may be in a status that does not allow further confirmations, such as being completed or closed.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with data integrity, such as inconsistencies in the database or problems with the transaction logs.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Confirmation Status: Verify the confirmation status of the order item in question. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., CO15 for production orders, VA03 for sales orders) and checking the confirmation history.
  Ensuring that the order item has not already been confirmed.
  
  
  
  Avoid Duplicate Processing: If you are using a batch job or automated process to confirm orders, ensure that it is not attempting to confirm the same order item multiple times.
  
  
  Review Order Item Status: Check the status of the order item to ensure it is in a state that allows for confirmation. If it is already completed or closed, you may need to take different actions, such as creating a new order or adjusting the existing one.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling confirmations for the type of order you are working with.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CO15: Confirm Production Order
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  COHV: Mass Processing of Production Orders
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you are customizing the confirmation process, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect how confirmations are handled.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EWA435 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.