How To Fix /SAPAPO/BLRG018 - Resource &1 in location &2 is not relevant for forecast

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/BLRG -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Resource &1 in location &2 is not relevant for forecast

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/BLRG018 - Resource &1 in location &2 is not relevant for forecast ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/BLRG018 Resource &1 in location &2 is not relevant for forecast typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to generate a forecast for a resource that is not set up to be relevant for forecasting.
  Cause:
  
  Resource Configuration: The resource in question (identified by &1) is not marked as relevant for forecasting in the system. This can happen if the resource is not intended to be used for forecasting purposes or if it has not been properly configured.
  Location Settings: The location (identified by &2) may not have the necessary settings to allow for forecasting for the specified resource.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data setup for the resource or location, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Resource Settings:
  
  Go to the resource master data in SAP APO and check the settings for the resource in question.
  Ensure that the resource is marked as relevant for forecasting. This can usually be found in the resource's configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Location Settings:
  
  Check the location settings in the APO system to ensure that it is configured to allow forecasting for the resources assigned to it.
  Make sure that the location is correctly set up in the planning area and that it is linked to the relevant resources.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If there are any discrepancies in the master data, update the resource and location master data accordingly.
  Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that the resource is assigned to the correct planning area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure resources and locations for forecasting.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the forecasting process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/RES01 (Resource Master Data) or /SAPAPO/LOC01 (Location Master Data) to access and modify the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resource and location configuration.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to resource and location settings in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the resource is correctly set up for forecasting in SAP APO.