How To Fix /SAPAPO/DMRES193 - You cannot change the finite capacity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DMRES -

• Message number: 193

• Message text: You cannot change the finite capacity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES193 - You cannot change the finite capacity ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES193 indicates that you are trying to change the finite capacity of a resource in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), but the system does not allow this change. This typically occurs in the context of capacity planning and resource management.
  Cause:
  
  Resource Status: The resource may be in a status that does not allow changes to its finite capacity. For example, if the resource is currently being used in a production order or is locked for some reason.
  Planning Version: The planning version you are working with may be set to a status that prevents changes, such as being locked or in a "frozen" state.
  Time Period: The time period you are trying to change may be outside the allowed range for modifications.
  Master Data Settings: The resource's master data settings may restrict changes to finite capacity.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the resource's capacity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Resource Status: Ensure that the resource is not currently being used in any active planning or production processes. If it is, you may need to wait until those processes are completed.
  Review Planning Version: Verify that you are working in the correct planning version and that it is not locked or frozen. If necessary, unlock the version or switch to an editable version.
  Adjust Time Period: Make sure you are trying to change the finite capacity within the allowed time frame. If you need to make changes for a future period, ensure that the settings allow for such modifications.
  Update Master Data: Check the resource's master data settings to ensure that they allow for changes to finite capacity. You may need to adjust these settings if they are too restrictive.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the resource. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/RES01 (Resource Overview) or /SAPAPO/RES02 (Resource Master Data) to view and edit resource details.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on resource management and capacity planning in SAP APO.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.