How To Fix /SAPAPO/CTM1338 - Primary resource consumption not specified for mode &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CTM1 -

• Message number: 338

• Message text: Primary resource consumption not specified for mode &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM1338 - Primary resource consumption not specified for mode &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM1338 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a resource in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system, specifically related to the primary resource consumption not being specified for a particular mode. This error typically arises during the Capacity Planning or Production Planning processes when the system attempts to calculate resource consumption but finds that the necessary data is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary resource consumption for the specified mode has not been defined in the resource master data.
  Incorrect Mode Settings: The mode being used may not have the necessary consumption values set up.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or planning data that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Resource Master Data:
  
  Go to the resource master data in the SAP APO system.
  Verify that the resource in question has the correct modes defined.
  Ensure that the primary resource consumption is specified for the mode indicated in the error message.
  
  
  
  Define Primary Resource Consumption:
  
  If the primary resource consumption is missing, you need to define it. This can typically be done in the resource master data under the relevant mode settings.
  Navigate to the mode settings and enter the required consumption values.
  
  
  
  Review Mode Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the mode is correctly configured and that all necessary parameters are set.
  Check if there are any dependencies or prerequisites that need to be fulfilled for the mode to function correctly.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the master data to identify any other potential issues that may be causing the error.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CTM to run checks and validate the data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on configuring resource consumption and modes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the planning run again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/RES for resource management and /SAPAPO/CTM for the Capable-to-Match planning run.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /SAPAPO/CTM1338 error message.