How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_CAP107 - Error reading resource (master data)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_CAP -

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Error reading resource (master data)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_CAP107 - Error reading resource (master data) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_CAP107 typically indicates an issue with reading resource master data in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error can arise due to various reasons, including missing or inconsistent master data, authorization issues, or system configuration problems.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The resource or its associated master data may not exist in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the resource master data, such as incorrect settings or missing attributes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the resource master data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the APO system that prevent the proper reading of resource data.
  Data Transfer Issues: If the data is being transferred from another system (like SAP ERP), there may be issues with the data transfer process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the resource master data exists and is correctly maintained in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (like /SAPAPO/RRP3 for resource planning) and checking the resource details.
  Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MASTER_DATA to perform consistency checks on the master data. This can help identify any inconsistencies that need to be resolved.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the resource master data. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that they are set up correctly for resource management.
  Data Transfer Monitoring: If the data is being transferred from another system, check the data transfer logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transfer process.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/RRP3 for resource planning and /SAPAPO/MASTER_DATA for master data management.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for APO to understand the structure and requirements of resource master data.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation, or to contact SAP support for assistance.