How To Fix /SAPAPO/DMRES814 - Resource &1 not assigned to a location

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DMRES -

• Message number: 814

• Message text: Resource &1 not assigned to a location

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES814 - Resource &1 not assigned to a location ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES814 Resource &1 not assigned to a location typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a resource is not properly assigned to a location in the system. This can prevent planning processes from executing correctly, as the system cannot find the necessary resources to fulfill the requirements at the specified location.
  Cause:
  
  Resource Assignment: The resource (indicated by &1 in the error message) has not been assigned to the relevant location in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that prevent the resource from being recognized as available for the location.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for either the resource or the location may be incomplete or incorrectly set up.
  Planning Area Settings: The planning area may not be configured to include the resource for the specific location.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign Resource to Location:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/RESLOC (Resource Location Assignment).
  Check if the resource is assigned to the correct location. If not, assign the resource to the location.
  Ensure that the assignment is saved and activated.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify the master data for both the resource and the location. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  Check if the resource is active and available for planning.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Area Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the planning area includes the resource and location in its configuration.
  Check the settings in the planning area to confirm that the resource is included in the relevant planning processes.
  
  
  
  Re-run Planning:
  
  After making the necessary changes, re-run the planning process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on resource and location assignments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/RESLOC, /SAPAPO/MC62 (for checking resource assignments), and /SAPAPO/MC73 (for planning area settings).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to resource and location assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the resource is properly assigned to the location in your SAP APO system.