How To Fix /SAPAPO/CTM4707 - No resource hierarchy found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CTM4 -

• Message number: 707

• Message text: No resource hierarchy found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM4707 - No resource hierarchy found ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM4707 No resource hierarchy found typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when using the Capable-to-Match (CTM) functionality. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a defined resource hierarchy for the planning process you are trying to execute.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Resource Hierarchy: The most common cause of this error is that there is no resource hierarchy defined in the system for the resources you are trying to use in your planning run.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the resources may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of a valid hierarchy.
  Resource Not Assigned: The specific resources you are trying to plan may not be assigned to any hierarchy or may not be properly linked to the planning object.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or planning data that prevent the system from recognizing the resource hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Resource Hierarchy:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/RH (Resource Hierarchy) in SAP APO.
  Check if a resource hierarchy exists for the resources you are trying to plan. If not, create a new resource hierarchy and assign the relevant resources to it.
  
  
  
  Check Resource Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the resources you are using in your planning run are correctly assigned to the resource hierarchy.
  Verify that the resources are active and properly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the CTM and ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  Make sure that the planning area and the resource settings are aligned.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on your master data to ensure there are no discrepancies that could lead to this error.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MD (Master Data) to review and correct any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to CTM and resource hierarchies for additional guidance and best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/CTM for running CTM, /SAPAPO/RH for managing resource hierarchies, and /SAPAPO/MD for master data management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide patches and updates.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/CTM4707 No resource hierarchy found error and successfully execute your planning runs in SAP APO.