How To Fix /SAPAPO/DMRES874 - Resource &2 already exists for template category &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DMRES -

• Message number: 874

• Message text: Resource &2 already exists for template category &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES874 - Resource &2 already exists for template category &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES874 indicates that there is an attempt to create or define a resource that already exists for a specific template category in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises during the configuration of resources in the Demand Management or Production Planning areas.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to create a new resource with a name that already exists in the system for the specified template category.
  There may be a duplicate entry in the resource master data.
  The resource might have been defined in a different planning area or context that is not visible in the current view.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Resources:
  
  Navigate to the resource master data in the SAP APO system.
  Use transaction code /SAPAPO/RES01 to display existing resources.
  Search for the resource name that you are trying to create to confirm if it already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Duplicate Resource:
  
  If the resource already exists and is not needed, consider deleting it or modifying it to fit your requirements.
  If the resource is needed, you may need to adjust your new resource definition to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Review Template Categories:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct template category when defining the resource. Check if the resource is defined under a different category that might be causing the conflict.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Areas:
  
  If you are working with multiple planning areas, ensure that the resource is not defined in another planning area that could be causing the conflict.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to resource management in APO for additional insights and best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/RES01 (Display Resource), /SAPAPO/RES02 (Change Resource), and /SAPAPO/RES03 (Create Resource).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP APO documentation for best practices in resource management and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.