How To Fix RPM_CAPACITY_MGR012 - Time unit is not consistent with time unit in the assignment table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RPM_CAPACITY_MGR - Message Class for Capacity Management

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Time unit is not consistent with time unit in the assignment table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RPM_CAPACITY_MGR012 - Time unit is not consistent with time unit in the assignment table ?

  The SAP error message RPM_CAPACITY_MGR012 indicates that there is a mismatch in the time units being used in a capacity planning context. This typically occurs when the time unit specified for a particular operation or resource does not align with the time unit defined in the assignment table for that resource or operation.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Time Units: The most common cause of this error is that the time unit defined for a capacity planning object (like a work center or resource) does not match the time unit used in the assignment table. For example, if the assignment table is set to hours, but the operation is defined in days, this inconsistency will trigger the error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the capacity planning settings or in the way resources are defined in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can also lead to mismatched time units.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Time Units: Review the time units defined for the resource or work center in question. Ensure that they match the time units used in the assignment table.
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., transaction codes like CR01 for creating work centers or CR02 for changing them) and verify the time unit settings.
  
  
  Adjust Assignments: If the time units are indeed inconsistent, you may need to adjust the assignments in the assignment table to match the time unit of the resource or operation.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for capacity planning in your SAP system. Ensure that all relevant settings are consistent and correctly defined.
  Data Validation: Validate the data entries in the system to ensure that there are no discrepancies or errors that could lead to this issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CR01 (Create Work Center), CR02 (Change Work Center), and CR03 (Display Work Center) to manage work centers and resources.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on capacity planning and resource management for best practices and guidelines on setting up time units correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RPM_CAPACITY_MGR012 error and ensure that your capacity planning data is consistent and accurate.