How To Fix LTRS049 - Resource type &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LTRS - Resource Package

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Resource type &1 is not defined

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

Maintain resource type &V1& in IMG activity
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LTRS049 - Resource type &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message LTRS049 indicates that a specific resource type (denoted by &1) is not defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Logistics and Transportation Management, particularly when dealing with resource planning or management.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Missing Configuration: The resource type that is being referenced has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight during system setup.
  Incorrect Input: The resource type being referenced may have been incorrectly entered or may not exist in the system.
  Transport Management Issues: If the error occurs during transport planning, it may indicate that the transport resource types have not been properly set up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Resource Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for resource types in SAP. This is typically found under the Logistics or Transportation Management module.
  Ensure that the resource type you are trying to use is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Resource Type:
  
  If the resource type is indeed missing, you will need to create it. This can usually be done in the customizing settings (SPRO) under the relevant section for transportation management.
  Make sure to fill in all required fields and settings for the resource type.
  
  
  
  Validate Input Data:
  
  Check the input data where the error is occurring. Ensure that the resource type is correctly specified and matches the defined types in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on defining resource types and troubleshooting related errors.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify resource types in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Management Settings:
  
  If the error is related to transport management, review the transport management settings to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, LT03 for transport planning, or LT12 for resource management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the LTRS049 error and implement a solution to resolve it.