How To Fix EWA868 - At cont. locat. &1/container &2 there are overlapping contract assignm.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 868

• Message text: At cont. locat. &1/container &2 there are overlapping contract assignm.

What causes this issue?

A contract, for which several overlapping allocations to a container
exist, is to be shortened. An automatic reduction of the allocations is
not possible here, meaning they must be processed manually.

System Response

The save process is canceled.

How to fix this error?

Open the transaction ELOC, display the container location and identify
the container. Cancel contract processing in the transaction VA42
without saving.
In the transaction ELOC, edit the contract allocations to the container
so that there is only a single allocation to this contract in the
container on or after the new contract end date. Save your changes and
complete the editing in the transaction ELOC. Then continue with
contract processing in the transaction VA42.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EWA868 - At cont. locat. &1/container &2 there are overlapping contract assignm. ?

  The SAP error message EWA868 indicates that there are overlapping contract assignments for a specific location and container. This typically occurs in the context of contract management or logistics, where multiple contracts are assigned to the same location and container, leading to conflicts in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignments: The most common cause is that two or more contracts have been assigned to the same location and container, which is not allowed.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Manual errors during data entry can lead to overlapping assignments.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the system is configured to handle contract assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Contract Assignments: Check the contract assignments for the specified location and container. Identify any duplicate or overlapping contracts.
  Remove Duplicates: If you find overlapping contracts, you will need to remove or adjust the assignments to ensure that each location/container has a unique contract assignment.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks to prevent future overlapping assignments. This can include setting up alerts or validation rules in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps on how to manage contract assignments in your version of SAP.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure how to resolve it, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that deal with contract management, such as ME31K (Create Contract) or ME32K (Change Contract).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to manage contract assignments effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the EWA868 error message in SAP.