How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2036 - Resource is not empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2 -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Resource is not empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2036 - Resource is not empty ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2036 Resource is not empty typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to delete or change a resource that is currently being used or has existing assignments. This error indicates that the resource you are attempting to modify is not empty, meaning it has existing allocations, planned orders, or other dependencies that prevent it from being deleted or modified.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Assignments: The resource has existing assignments, such as production orders, planned orders, or other activities that are currently utilizing the resource.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects in the system that prevent the resource from being modified or deleted.
  Resource Status: The resource may be in a status that does not allow for deletion or modification.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Resource Usage:
  
  Go to the resource in question and check for any existing assignments or planned orders that are using the resource.
  You can use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/RES01 (Resource Overview) to view the details of the resource.
  
  
  
  Remove Assignments:
  
  If there are existing assignments, you will need to either complete, delete, or reassign those orders or activities that are using the resource.
  Ensure that there are no active production orders or planned orders linked to the resource.
  
  
  
  Change Resource Status:
  
  If the resource is in a status that prevents modification, consider changing its status to allow for the desired action.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to resource management in APO for additional guidance on handling resources.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use relevant transaction codes to manage resources, such as /SAPAPO/RES01 for resource overview or /SAPAPO/RES02 for resource maintenance.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Investigate if there are any dependencies or links to other objects that need to be resolved before you can modify or delete the resource.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.