How To Fix APO_BAPI026 - Resource &1, external location &2, type &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI - Message Class for APO BAPIs

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Resource &1, external location &2, type &3 does not exist

What causes this issue?

You have tried to access the resource &V1& , but it could not be found
in the specified (external) location &V2&. Furthermore, it is possible
that the resource is not assigned to a model.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the resource exists in the location specified. Should you
wish to access the resource information in liveCache, you should also
check whether the resource is assigned to a model.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI026 - Resource &1, external location &2, type &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI026 indicates that a specific resource, external location, or type does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when trying to access or manipulate resources that are not defined or have been incorrectly specified.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Resource: The resource specified in the BAPI call does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect External Location: The external location provided may not be defined in the APO system.
  Resource Type Mismatch: The type of resource specified may not match any existing resource types in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different systems (e.g., between SAP ERP and SAP APO).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified resource.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Resource Existence:
  
  Check if the resource with the specified ID exists in the APO system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/RSC1 for resource maintenance) and searching for the resource.
  
  
  
  Check External Location:
  
  Ensure that the external location specified in the BAPI call is correctly defined in the system. You can check this in the location master data.
  
  
  
  Validate Resource Type:
  
  Confirm that the resource type you are using is valid and exists in the system. You can check the configuration for resource types in the APO system.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  If you are working with multiple systems (e.g., SAP ERP and SAP APO), ensure that the data is consistent and synchronized. You may need to run data transfer jobs or check for any errors in the data transfer process.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the BAPI has the necessary authorizations to access the specified resource. You may need to consult with your security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the BAPI call to see the exact parameters being passed and identify any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand the expected input parameters and their formats.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.