How To Fix /SAPAPO/LOC013 - Resource &1 does not exist at location &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/LOC -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Resource &1 does not exist at location &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC013 - Resource &1 does not exist at location &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC013 Resource &1 does not exist at location &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a specified resource at a given location. This can happen during planning activities, such as when trying to create or execute a plan that involves resources and locations.
  Cause:
  
  Resource Not Defined: The resource specified in the error message does not exist in the system or has not been defined for the specified location.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the resource is not assigned to the location in the master data.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing entries or incorrect settings.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the resource might not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Resource Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/RES01 (Resource Master) and verify if the resource &1 exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Check Location Assignment:
  
  Use transaction code /SAPAPO/LOC01 (Location Master) to check if the resource is assigned to the location &2.
  If the resource is not assigned, you will need to assign it to the location.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (resources, locations, etc.) is correctly maintained and consistent.
  Check for any missing or incorrect entries that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  You may need to re-transport the resource or location data if there are discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the system is failing to recognize the resource.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/RES01: Resource Master
  /SAPAPO/LOC01: Location Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify resources and locations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.