How To Fix DPR_ENTITY_LINK009 - Task assignment: Work exceeds capacity of resource

DPR_ENTITY_LINK009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_ENTITY_LINK - Roles: Messages

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Task assignment: Work exceeds capacity of resource

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_ENTITY_LINK009 - Task assignment: Work exceeds capacity of resource ?

  The SAP error message DPR_ENTITY_LINK009, which states "Task assignment: Work exceeds capacity of resource," typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when using the SAP Project Management (SAP PPM) or SAP S/4HANA Project Management modules. This error indicates that the workload assigned to a resource (such as a person or a machine) exceeds its available capacity for the specified time period.
  Causes:
  
  Over-Allocation of Resources: The resource has been assigned more work than it can handle within the available time frame.
  Incorrect Capacity Settings: The capacity settings for the resource may not be configured correctly, leading to discrepancies in available hours.
  Task Duration or Effort Miscalculation: The estimated effort or duration of tasks may be incorrectly calculated, leading to an overestimation of the workload.
  Resource Availability: The resource may have other commitments or unavailability that have not been accounted for in the project planning.
  Project Calendar Issues: The project calendar may not