How To Fix EWA473 - No suitable vehicle for container category &1 was allocated for order &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 473

• Message text: No suitable vehicle for container category &1 was allocated for order &2

What causes this issue?

Contract &V2& contains an order item (order items) with the
<DS:GLOS.367A25C4D45A001FE10000009B38F984>container category</> &V1&.
No vehicle, with a vehicle type that is compatible to the container
container category to be transported, has been allocated to the order.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Allocate vehicles with the correct vehicle type (in relation to the
container category) to your order.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EWA473 - No suitable vehicle for container category &1 was allocated for order &2 ?

  The SAP error message EWA473 indicates that there is no suitable vehicle allocated for a specific container category for a given order. This error typically arises in the context of transportation management or logistics within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the allocation of vehicles for transporting goods.
  Cause:
  
  Container Category Mismatch: The container category specified in the order does not match any of the available vehicles in the system.
  Vehicle Availability: There may be no vehicles available that meet the requirements for the specified container category at the time of the order.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for vehicle allocation may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to find a suitable vehicle.
  Order Specifications: The order may have specific requirements (e.g., size, weight) that are not met by any of the available vehicles.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Container Category: Verify that the container category specified in the order is correct and exists in the system.
  Review Vehicle Master Data: Ensure that the vehicles in the system are correctly configured to handle the specified container category. This includes checking the vehicle types, capacities, and any other relevant attributes.
  Vehicle Availability: Check the availability of vehicles in the system. If no vehicles are available, you may need to allocate additional vehicles or adjust the order requirements.
  Adjust Order Requirements: If possible, modify the order to use a different container category that has suitable vehicles available.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to transportation management and vehicle allocation to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on vehicle allocation and container management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like VT01N (Create Shipment) or VT02N (Change Shipment) to manage transportation orders and vehicles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the EWA473 error and implement a suitable solution.