How To Fix EWA581 - Removal/Replacement of Container &1 Is Not Possible at &2

EWA581 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 581

• Message text: Removal/Replacement of Container &1 Is Not Possible at &2

What causes this issue?

You want to remove/replace the container &V1& on &V2&. This container
was installed/changed on &V3&. A removal/replacement on &V2& is not
possible.

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?

Execute the removal/replacement after &V3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

EWA581 - Details

• The SAP error message EWA581, which states "Removal/Replacement of Container &1 Is Not Possible at &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or Inventory Management modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the removal or replacement of a container (such as a handling unit or storage bin) in the specified location.
  Causes:
  
  Container Status: The container you are trying to remove or replace may be in a status that does not allow for removal (e.g., it is locked, in use, or has pending transactions).
  Stock Level Issues: There may be stock levels that prevent the removal of the container, such as insufficient stock or stock being reserved for other processes.
  Location Restrictions: The location where you are trying to perform the operation may have restrictions or may not allow for the removal of certain containers.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions or processes that are still