How To Fix PPDS_CUO013 - Resource name does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPDS_CUO - Message class for Capacity Utilization

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Resource name does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPDS_CUO013 - Resource name does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PPDS_CUO013 indicates that a resource name specified in the system does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) when the system is trying to access or utilize a resource that has not been defined or is incorrectly referenced.
  Causes:
  
  Resource Not Defined: The resource you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Resource Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming convention used when referencing the resource.
  Resource Deactivation: The resource might exist but is currently inactive or not available for planning.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the resource.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the PP/DS module.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Resource Definition:
  
  Go to the resource master data in SAP (transaction code CR01 for creating or CR02 for changing).
  Verify that the resource in question exists and is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Resource Name:
  
  Ensure that the resource name used in your planning or scheduling process matches exactly with the name defined in the system.
  Check for any leading or trailing spaces or special characters.
  
  
  
  Activate Resource:
  
  If the resource exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can be done in the resource master data.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the resource. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the PP/DS module to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve reviewing the planning area settings and resource allocation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the error and potential fixes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CR01, CR02, MD04, and MD01 for resource management and planning.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.