How To Fix LTRS047 - Resource element type &1 is not defined for resource type &2 of device &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LTRS - Resource Package

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Resource element type &1 is not defined for resource type &2 of device &3

What causes this issue?

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?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check that resource element type &V1& is:
Defined as a device in the activity <ZH>Define resource element types
</>in Customizing
Not assigned to a worker in the activity <ZH>Define resource elements
</> in Customizing
Not defined as an allowed worker role in the activity <ZH>Define
allowed resource element types</>

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LTRS047 - Resource element type &1 is not defined for resource type &2 of device &3 ?

  The SAP error message LTRS047 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of resource elements for a specific resource type associated with a device. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Logistics and Transportation Management modules, particularly when dealing with resource planning and management.
  Cause:
  The error message LTRS047 is triggered when the system cannot find a defined resource element type for the specified resource type of a device. This can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The resource element type has not been defined in the system for the specified resource type.
  Incorrect Resource Type: The resource type associated with the device may not be correctly configured or may not match the expected values.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to the device or resource types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Resource Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for resource types in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for defining resource types and ensure that the resource element type is correctly defined for the specified resource type.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Resource Element Type:
  
  If the resource element type is missing, you will need to create it. This can typically be done in the same configuration area where resource types are defined.
  Ensure that the resource element type is linked to the correct resource type.
  
  
  
  Verify Device Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the device in question (Transaction code: IL02 for equipment or IL01 for creating equipment).
  Ensure that the device is assigned the correct resource type and that all necessary attributes are filled out.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the resources and devices involved to ensure that there are no discrepancies or missing entries.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to perform the action that previously triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), IL01/IL02 (Equipment Management), and others that may be relevant to your specific SAP environment.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on resource management and configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the LTRS047 error in your SAP system.