How To Fix CR195 - Resource & plant & already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 195

• Message text: Resource & plant & already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CR195 - Resource & plant & already exists ?

  The SAP error message CR195, which states "Resource & plant & already exists," typically occurs when you are trying to create a new resource (like a work center, production resource, or similar) in a specific plant, but a resource with the same identifier already exists in that plant.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that there is already a resource with the same ID in the specified plant. This could happen if:
  
  The resource was created previously and you are trying to create it again.
  There was an error in data entry, leading to an attempt to create a resource with an existing ID.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system or performing a mass upload, there may be duplicates in the data being imported.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings may not be set correctly, leading to conflicts in resource identification.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Resources: 
  
  Use transaction codes like CR01 (Create Resource) or CR02 (Change Resource) to check if the resource already exists in the specified plant.
  If it does exist, you may need to modify the existing resource instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Use a Unique Identifier: 
  
  If you need to create a new resource, ensure that you are using a unique identifier that does not conflict with existing resources.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup: 
  
  If you are migrating data, ensure that your data set is clean and does not contain duplicates before performing the upload.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator to understand the specific requirements for resource creation in your system.
  
  
  
  Error Logs: 
  
  Check the error logs for more details on the error, which may provide additional context or information about the conflict.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CR01 - Create Resource
  CR02 - Change Resource
  CR03 - Display Resource
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify resources in the system.
  
  
  Consult SAP Community: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to the SAP Community or forums for additional support and insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CR195 error and successfully manage your resources in SAP.