How To Fix /SAPAPO/CDPSHEURIST018 - Order &1 not adjusted; resource &2 has no usable alternative resources

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CDPSHEURIST -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Order &1 not adjusted; resource &2 has no usable alternative resources

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSHEURIST018 - Order &1 not adjusted; resource &2 has no usable alternative resources ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSHEURIST018 indicates that an order (identified by &1) could not be adjusted because the specified resource (&2) does not have any usable alternative resources available. This typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when trying to schedule or adjust production orders or planned orders.
  Cause:
  
  Resource Configuration: The resource in question may not have been configured with alternative resources. In APO, resources can have alternatives that can be used if the primary resource is not available.
  Capacity Constraints: The resource may be fully booked or constrained, and there are no alternative resources available to take on the load.
  Order Characteristics: The order may have specific characteristics or requirements that do not match any of the alternative resources.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data setup for the resources, such as incorrect planning parameters or missing alternative resource definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Resource Configuration:
  
  Go to the resource master data in APO and check if alternative resources are defined for the resource in question.
  Ensure that the alternative resources are active and have the necessary capacity.
  
  
  
  Review Capacity Planning:
  
  Analyze the capacity situation for the resource. If it is fully booked, consider rescheduling other orders or increasing the capacity of the resource.
  Check if there are any capacity constraints that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Order Requirements:
  
  Review the order's requirements and characteristics. If possible, modify the order to make it compatible with available alternative resources.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (e.g., resource, product, and production version) is correctly set up and that alternative resources are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Use the Planning Board:
  
  Utilize the planning board in APO to visualize resource allocation and identify potential adjustments that can be made to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on resource planning and alternative resource configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/RRP3 (Product View) or /SAPAPO/MC90 (Resource View) to analyze the situation further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.