How To Fix /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT116 - Resource &1: Calendar start is too late

/SAPAPO/CDPSOPT116 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Resource &1: Calendar start is too late

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT116 - Resource &1: Calendar start is too late ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT116 Resource &1: Calendar start is too late typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the scheduling of resources. This error indicates that the start date of the calendar for the specified resource is set too late, which prevents the system from scheduling any activities or operations that require that resource.
  
  Cause:
  
  Calendar Configuration: The calendar for the resource may not be set up correctly. It could be that the start date of the calendar is after the planned start date of the operation or production order.
  Resource Availability: The resource may not be available for the required time frame due to the calendar settings.
  Planning Horizon: The planning horizon may not include the time frame needed for the operation, leading to a mismatch between the operation's requirements and the resource's availability.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Resource Calendar:
  
  Go to the resource master data in