How To Fix /SAPAPO/A1020 - Resource &2 still exists for location &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/A1 -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Resource &2 still exists for location &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/A1020 - Resource &2 still exists for location &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/A1020 Resource &2 still exists for location &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to delete a resource that is still associated with a location. This can happen during activities such as data cleanup or restructuring in the APO system.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the resource you are trying to delete (denoted by &2) is still linked to the specified location (denoted by &1). In SAP APO, resources can be assigned to locations for planning purposes, and if there are existing assignments, the system will not allow you to delete the resource until those associations are removed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Resource Assignments:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP APO (e.g., /SAPAPO/RES01 for resource maintenance).
  Check the resource (&2) to see where it is assigned, particularly to the location (&1).
  
  
  
  Remove Assignments:
  
  If the resource is indeed assigned to the location, you will need to remove these assignments. This can typically be done in the resource maintenance transaction by navigating to the assignments section and deleting the relevant links.
  
  
  
  Delete the Resource:
  
  Once all assignments have been removed, you can attempt to delete the resource again.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  If the error persists, ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the resource in other areas of the system, such as in production planning, transportation planning, or any other planning areas.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of deleting a resource, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/RES01 (Resource Maintenance) and /SAPAPO/LOC01 (Location Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address specific issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the resource from the specified location in SAP APO.