How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_DIS033 - Different locations from header resource &1 and subresource &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_DIS -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Different locations from header resource &1 and subresource &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_DIS033 - Different locations from header resource &1 and subresource &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_DIS033 indicates a mismatch between the locations defined for a header resource and its associated subresource in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises in the context of production planning or supply chain management when there is an inconsistency in the configuration of resources.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The header resource (e.g., a production line or machine) is assigned to a different location than its subresource (e.g., a specific tool or component used by the machine).
  There is a configuration issue in the master data where the locations for the header and subresources do not match.
  The planning scenario or the data being processed has inconsistencies in resource definitions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Resource Configuration:
  
  Go to the resource master data in the SAP system.
  Verify the location settings for both the header resource and the subresource.
  Ensure that both resources are assigned to the same location.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If there is a mismatch, update the master data for either the header resource or the subresource to ensure they point to the same location.
  Make sure to save the changes and recheck the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Scenario:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific planning run, review the planning scenario settings to ensure that they are correctly configured.
  Check if there are any specific settings or overrides that might be causing the mismatch.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, rerun the planning process to see if the error persists.
  Monitor the logs for any additional errors or warnings that may indicate further issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to resource configuration in APO for additional guidance and best practices.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/RRP3 (Product View) or /SAPAPO/RES3 (Resource View) to analyze resource configurations.
  Master Data Maintenance: Ensure that the master data for resources is regularly maintained and updated to prevent such inconsistencies.
  Training and Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the resource management and planning processes in SAP APO to better understand how to configure resources correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_DIS033.