How To Fix /SAPAPO/DMRES231 - Resource & is not used in the PPM as a primary or calendar resource

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DMRES -

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Resource & is not used in the PPM as a primary or calendar resource

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES231 - Resource & is not used in the PPM as a primary or calendar resource ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES231 indicates that a specific resource is not being utilized as a primary or calendar resource in the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) module of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when you are trying to perform an operation that requires a resource, but the specified resource is not assigned correctly in the relevant planning object, such as a Production Planning Model (PPM).
  Cause:
  
  Resource Assignment: The resource in question is not assigned as a primary resource or calendar resource in the PPM.
  Incorrect Configuration: The resource may not be configured correctly in the system, or it may not be linked to the relevant production process.
  Resource Status: The resource might be inactive or not available for the planning period.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or planning data that prevent the resource from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Resource Assignment:
  
  Go to the PPM in the SAP system and verify if the resource is assigned as a primary or calendar resource.
  If it is not assigned, you need to add it to the PPM.
  
  
  
  Resource Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the resource is correctly configured in the system. Check the resource master data to confirm that it is set up properly.
  Make sure that the resource is active and available for the required planning period.
  
  
  
  Update PPM:
  
  If changes are made to the resource assignment, ensure that the PPM is saved and activated again to reflect the changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:
  
  Review the master data and planning data for any inconsistencies that might affect the resource's availability.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/RES01 to check resource details and /SAPAPO/PPM to view and edit PPMs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on resource management in APO.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/PPM - To manage and view Production Planning Models.
  /SAPAPO/RES01 - To view resource details.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps related to this error.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to resources and PPMs.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the resource is properly utilized in your planning processes.