How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR196 - This resource may not be used as a secondary resource

/SAPAPO/OM_ERROR196 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR -

• Message number: 196

• Message text: This resource may not be used as a secondary resource

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR196 - This resource may not be used as a secondary resource ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR196 indicates that a specific resource is being incorrectly used as a secondary resource in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) in SAP. This error typically arises when there is a configuration issue related to resource assignment in the planning process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Resource Configuration: The resource in question is not configured to be used as a secondary resource. In SAP APO, resources can be defined as primary or secondary, and this error occurs when a secondary resource is expected but the resource is not set up accordingly.
  Planning Object Structure: The planning object structure may not allow the resource to be used in the way it is being attempted.
  Resource Type: The resource type may not support secondary usage, or it may be restricted in the context of the specific planning scenario.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to the