How To Fix /SAPAPO/DMRES862 - Resource cannot be saved (Group. attribute incomplete)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DMRES -

• Message number: 862

• Message text: Resource cannot be saved (Group. attribute incomplete)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES862 - Resource cannot be saved (Group. attribute incomplete) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES862 indicates that a resource cannot be saved due to incomplete group attribute information. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to create or modify a resource, and certain required attributes are not filled in.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by missing or incomplete data in the group attributes of the resource you are trying to save. Group attributes are used to define characteristics that apply to a group of resources, and if any required fields are not filled out, the system will prevent the resource from being saved.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Required Fields: Identify which group attributes are required for the resource you are trying to save. You can do this by reviewing the configuration settings for the resource type in the SAP APO system.
  
  
  Complete Missing Information: Go to the resource master data and ensure that all required group attributes are filled in. This may include fields such as:
  
  Resource category
  Capacity
  Availability
  Other specific attributes defined in your system
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you are unsure which attributes are required, you may need to consult with your SAP APO configuration team or refer to the documentation for your specific implementation.
  
  
  Test Saving Again: After filling in the necessary information, attempt to save the resource again. If all required fields are completed, the error should no longer occur.
  
  
  Check for Customizations: If your organization has custom attributes or configurations, ensure that those are also correctly filled out as per your business requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/RES01 (Resource Master Data) to view and edit resource details.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on resource management in SAP APO.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the attributes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By ensuring that all required group attributes are correctly filled out, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully save the resource.