How To Fix /SAPAPO/AMON_ALERTS020 - Receipt with violated resource network

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/AMON_ALERTS -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Receipt with violated resource network

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/AMON_ALERTS020 - Receipt with violated resource network ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/AMON_ALERTS020 indicates that there is a receipt (such as a production order or purchase order) that violates the resource network constraints in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This typically means that the planned receipt exceeds the available capacity of the resource it is assigned to, leading to a potential overload.
  Causes:
  
  Capacity Constraints: The resource (e.g., machine, labor) has limited capacity, and the planned receipt exceeds this capacity.
  Incorrect Resource Settings: The resource may not be configured correctly in terms of available capacity, working hours, or shifts.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the product or resource may not be set correctly, leading to unrealistic planning.
  Production Orders: There may be existing production orders that are already consuming the resource's capacity, leaving insufficient capacity for the new receipt.
  Scheduling Conflicts: Conflicts in scheduling can arise if multiple receipts are planned for the same resource at overlapping times.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Resource Capacity: Check the capacity settings for the resource in question. Ensure that the available capacity is sufficient to handle the planned receipts.
  Adjust Planning Parameters: Review and adjust the planning parameters for the product or resource to ensure they align with actual production capabilities.
  Reschedule Receipts: If possible, reschedule the receipts to times when the resource has available capacity.
  Modify Production Orders: If there are existing production orders that are consuming capacity, consider modifying or canceling them if they are no longer needed.
  Use Alternative Resources: If feasible, consider using alternative resources that may have available capacity to fulfill the planned receipts.
  Capacity Planning: Implement better capacity planning practices to ensure that resources are not over-allocated in future planning cycles.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/AMON to access the alert monitor and get more details about the alerts.
  Capacity Planning: Familiarize yourself with capacity planning concepts in SAP APO, including how to set up and manage resource capacities.
  APO Configuration: Review the configuration settings in APO related to resource management and capacity planning.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing resources and capacity in APO.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your planning processes run smoothly.