How To Fix /SAPAPO/LOC017 - Resources still exist for location (No deletion flag set)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/LOC -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Resources still exist for location (No deletion flag set)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC017 - Resources still exist for location (No deletion flag set) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC017 indicates that there are still resources associated with a location in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, and therefore, the system does not allow the deletion of that location because it is still in use.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to delete a location in SAP APO that has resources (such as production resources, transportation resources, etc.) linked to it. The system requires that all associated resources be removed or disassociated from the location before it can be deleted. The absence of a deletion flag indicates that the location is still active and cannot be removed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Associated Resources:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/LOC or /SAPAPO/RSC to check for resources linked to the location you are trying to delete.
  Review the resources that are still assigned to the location.
  
  
  
  Remove or Reassign Resources:
  
  If you find resources associated with the location, you will need to either delete them or reassign them to another location.
  Navigate to the relevant resource master data and either delete or change the assignment of the resources.
  
  
  
  Set Deletion Flag:
  
  Once all resources have been removed, you can set the deletion flag for the location if needed. This can be done in the location master data.
  
  
  
  Retry Deletion:
  
  After ensuring that no resources are linked to the location, attempt to delete the location again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/LOC for location management and /SAPAPO/RSC for resource management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing locations and resources in APO.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to locations and resources in the system.
  Consulting with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the implications of deleting a location or resources, consult with your team or a functional consultant.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/LOC017 error and successfully delete the location in question.