How To Fix /SAPAPO/DMRES197 - Resource & has not been created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DMRES -

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Resource & has not been created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES197 - Resource & has not been created ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES197 Resource & has not been created typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a resource that is being referenced in a planning or scheduling operation does not exist in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as incorrect configuration, missing master data, or issues during data transfer.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Resource: The resource you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Resource Name: There may be a typo or incorrect reference to the resource name in the planning or scheduling process.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from another system (like SAP ERP), the resource may not have been transferred correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the resource.
  Resource Deactivation: The resource might have been deactivated or marked for deletion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create the Resource: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP APO (e.g., /SAPAPO/RES01 for resource maintenance) and create the missing resource.
  Ensure that all necessary attributes and settings for the resource are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Resource Name: 
  
  Verify that the resource name used in the planning or scheduling process is correct. Look for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Data Transfer Verification: 
  
  If the resource should have been transferred from another system, check the data transfer logs to ensure that the resource was included in the transfer.
  If necessary, re-run the data transfer process.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the resource. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Resource Status: 
  
  Check if the resource is active. If it has been deactivated, you may need to reactivate it or create a new resource.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/RES01 for resource maintenance, /SAPAPO/RES02 for resource overview, and /SAPAPO/RES03 for resource planning.
  Master Data: Ensure that all master data related to resources is correctly maintained in the system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on resource management in SAP APO.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.