How To Fix /SAPAPO/DMRES254 - Resource &1 is not a handling resource

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DMRES -

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Resource &1 is not a handling resource

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES254 - Resource &1 is not a handling resource ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES254 Resource &1 is not a handling resource typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when dealing with resources in the system. This error indicates that the resource you are trying to use is not classified as a handling resource, which is necessary for certain planning and execution processes.
  Cause:
  
  Resource Type: The resource you are trying to use is not defined as a handling resource in the system. Handling resources are specific types of resources that are used for activities like transportation, storage, or handling of materials.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the APO system where the resource has not been properly set up or categorized.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong resource ID is being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Resource Definition:
  
  Go to the resource master data in the APO system and verify the resource type. Ensure that the resource you are trying to use is indeed defined as a handling resource.
  You can check this in the transaction code /SAPAPO/RES01 (Resource Overview) or /SAPAPO/RES02 (Resource Master Data).
  
  
  
  Modify Resource Type:
  
  If the resource is not set as a handling resource, you may need to modify its settings. This can be done by editing the resource master data and changing its type to a handling resource if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that handling resources are correctly defined and that the necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly set up handling resources and the implications of resource types in APO.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide assistance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Handling Resources: These are resources that are specifically used for the handling of materials, such as forklifts, conveyor belts, or other equipment used in logistics and warehousing.
  Resource Master Data: This is critical in APO as it defines how resources are utilized in planning and execution processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing resources in APO, such as /SAPAPO/RES01, /SAPAPO/RES02, and /SAPAPO/RES03.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.