How To Fix PPEACT587 - Primary resource &1 at &4 &2 cannot be used for planning &3

PPEACT587 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEACT - Messages for iPPE ACT Application (Activities)

• Message number: 587

• Message text: Primary resource &1 at &4 &2 cannot be used for planning &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEACT587 - Primary resource &1 at &4 &2 cannot be used for planning &3 ?

  The SAP error message PPEACT587 indicates that a primary resource cannot be used for planning in a specific context. This error typically arises in the context of production planning and capacity planning within SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Production Planning (PP) modules.
  
  Cause:
  The error message PPEACT587 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Resource Status: The primary resource may be set to a status that does not allow it to be used for planning (e.g., it might be inactive or locked).
  Resource Type: The resource may not be of the correct type for the planning activity you are trying to perform.
  Planning Version: The planning version you are using may not include the resource or may have restrictions on its use.
  Capacity Constraints: There may be capacity constraints or settings that prevent the resource from being utilized in the current planning scenario.
  Master Data Issues: There could be issues with the master data configuration