How To Fix /SAPAPO/CDPSHEURIST017 - Resources were adjusted for &1 plan/process orders

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CDPSHEURIST -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Resources were adjusted for &1 plan/process orders

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSHEURIST017 - Resources were adjusted for &1 plan/process orders ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSHEURIST017 indicates that resources were adjusted for a specific plan or process orders in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This message typically arises during the planning process when the system attempts to optimize resource allocation based on the constraints and requirements defined in the planning scenario.
  Cause:
  
  Resource Constraints: The error may occur due to insufficient resources (e.g., machines, labor) to meet the demand for production orders or planned orders.
  Capacity Planning Issues: If the capacity of resources is not properly defined or if there are conflicting capacity requirements, the system may need to adjust resources to align with the planned orders.
  Heuristic Settings: The heuristic used for planning may have specific settings that lead to resource adjustments, especially if the heuristic is designed to optimize resource utilization.
  Order Prioritization: If there are multiple orders competing for the same resources, the system may adjust resources to prioritize certain orders based on predefined criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Resource Availability: Check the availability of resources in the system. Ensure that the capacity of resources is sufficient to meet the demand.
  Adjust Capacity Settings: If necessary, adjust the capacity settings for the resources in the planning book or master data to ensure they reflect realistic production capabilities.
  Heuristic Configuration: Review the configuration of the heuristic being used. Ensure that it is set up correctly to handle the specific requirements of your planning scenario.
  Order Management: Analyze the orders that are causing the adjustments. You may need to prioritize certain orders or reschedule them based on resource availability.
  Run Planning Again: After making the necessary adjustments, rerun the planning process to see if the issue persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC90 (to check the planning book) or /SAPAPO/CDPSHEUR (to run heuristics) to analyze the situation further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP APO documentation for detailed information on resource planning and heuristics.
  Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.