How To Fix CR194 - Resource & plant & is still being used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CR - (1,099) Work Center; (100,200) Capacity

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Resource & plant & is still being used

What causes this issue?

You want to delete the resource.

How to fix this error?

Use the <ZH>Where-used list</> function to check the usage of the
resource. You also see usages of the resource in deleted recipes in the
log. If necessary, reorganize your master data.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CR194 - Resource & plant & is still being used ?

  The SAP error message CR194 indicates that a resource (such as a machine, labor, or other capacity) and a plant are still being used in some capacity, which prevents the system from allowing certain actions, such as deleting or deactivating the resource.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  The resource is still assigned to one or more production orders, maintenance orders, or other operational activities.
  There are existing planning or scheduling activities that reference the resource.
  The resource is linked to a work center that is still active in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CR194 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Assignments: 
  
  Use transaction codes like CR02 (Change Work Center) or CR03 (Display Work Center) to check if the resource is assigned to any work centers or production orders.
  Review any production orders, maintenance orders, or other documents that may still reference the resource.
  
  
  
  Remove Assignments:
  
  If the resource is assigned to any active orders, you will need to either complete, cancel, or delete those orders before you can deactivate or delete the resource.
  If the resource is linked to a work center, consider whether you can reassign or remove it from the work center.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Look for any dependencies or configurations that might be preventing the resource from being deactivated. This could include planning scenarios or scheduling dependencies.
  
  
  
  Consult with Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of removing the resource, consult with your production planning or operations team to ensure that you are not disrupting ongoing processes.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like CR01 (Create Work Center) or CR02 (Change Work Center) to manage the resource and its assignments.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs or error logs for additional details that might provide more context on why the resource is still in use.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing resources and work centers.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CR194 error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.