How To Fix 40270 - Secondary resource number & has already been assigned

40270 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 40 - Messages for Process Orders

• Message number: 270

• Message text: Secondary resource number & has already been assigned

What causes this issue?

You entered a secondary resource number that is already being used.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter a secondary resource number that has not been allocated yet.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 40270 - Secondary resource number & has already been assigned ?

  The SAP error message "40270 Secondary resource number & has already been assigned" typically occurs in the context of production planning or scheduling when you are trying to assign a secondary resource (like a machine or tool) to a production order or operation, but that resource is already assigned to another operation or order.
  
  Cause:
  
  Resource Already Assigned: The primary cause of this error is that the secondary resource you are trying to assign is already in use or assigned to another operation or production order.
  Scheduling Conflicts: There may be scheduling conflicts where the resource is not available for the time slot you are trying to assign it to.
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration settings in the system that restrict the assignment of resources.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Resource Availability: Verify if the secondary resource is indeed assigned to another operation. You can do this by checking the resource's schedule or availability in the system.
  Reassign or