How To Fix EWA575 - Route is still used after &1 in &2 for &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 575

• Message text: Route is still used after &1 in &2 for &3 &4

What causes this issue?

The route is still used after the deactivation date.

System Response

A deactivation is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Cancel the route allocations before you deactivate the route.

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 EWA575 - Route is still used after &1 in &2 for &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message EWA575 indicates that a route is still being used after a specified point in time. This message typically arises in the context of SAP's logistics and transportation management modules, where routes are defined for the movement of goods.
  Cause:
  The error message EWA575 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Route Configuration: The route may have been configured with a validity period that has not yet expired, but the system is trying to process a transaction that should not use that route anymore.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that reference the route.
  Open Documents: There could be open documents (like deliveries or transport orders) that are still referencing the route, preventing it from being deactivated or changed.
  Incorrect Date Settings: The date settings in the route configuration may not align with the current date or the date of the transaction being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EWA575 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Route Validity: Review the validity dates of the route in the route configuration. Ensure that the route is still valid for the transactions being processed.
  Review Open Documents: Check for any open documents that are still using the route. You may need to close or update these documents before you can deactivate or change the route.
  Update Route Configuration: If the route is no longer needed, consider updating the route configuration to reflect its current status. This may involve setting an end date or deactivating the route.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the master data and transaction data to ensure there are no discrepancies that could be causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling route-related errors in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OVT1 (for route determination) or VT01N (for creating transport orders) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the EWA575 error and implement a suitable solution.