How To Fix EWA486 - At least two containers are necessary to create a container group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 486

• Message text: At least two containers are necessary to create a container group

What causes this issue?

You want to create a container group, but have not entered at least 2
containers. A container group must contain at least 2 containers.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EWA486 - At least two containers are necessary to create a container group ?

  The SAP error message EWA486, which states "At least two containers are necessary to create a container group," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or similar logistics and warehouse management functionalities. This error indicates that the system requires at least two containers to create a container group, but it has detected that there are not enough containers available.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Containers: The primary cause of this error is that the operation you are trying to perform requires at least two containers, but only one or none are available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the system is not recognizing the available containers correctly.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered data that does not meet the requirements for creating a container group.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Container Availability: Ensure that there are at least two containers available in the system. You can do this by checking the inventory or the specific storage location where the containers are supposed to be.
  Create Additional Containers: If there are not enough containers, you may need to create or add more containers to the system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to container management in your SAP system to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Data Validation: Validate the data you are entering to ensure that it meets the requirements for creating a container group. Make sure you are selecting the correct containers.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to container groups in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to container management, such as /SCWM/CONTAINER or /SCWM/GR for goods receipt, to better understand how to manage containers.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to create container groups and manage containers.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth assistance.