How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_UPGRADE021 - RPM is not activated in the global RPM settings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_UPGRADE -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: RPM is not activated in the global RPM settings

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_UPGRADE021 - RPM is not activated in the global RPM settings ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_UPGRADE021 RPM is not activated in the global RPM settings typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is trying to access or utilize the Resource Planning Module (RPM) but finds that it has not been activated in the global settings.
  Cause:
  
  RPM Not Activated: The primary cause of this error is that the Resource Planning Module (RPM) has not been activated in the global settings of the APO system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues or missing settings that prevent the RPM from being recognized as active.
  System Upgrade: If the system has recently been upgraded, certain settings may not have been carried over or activated properly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the RPM in the global settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Global Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI and enter transaction code /SAPAPO/OM_GLOBAL to access the global settings for the APO system.
  
  
  
  Activate RPM:
  
  In the global settings screen, look for the section related to Resource Planning.
  Ensure that the checkbox for "Activate RPM" or similar is checked. This may vary slightly depending on the version of SAP APO you are using.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all other related settings and configurations are correctly set up for RPM to function properly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After activation, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the RPM functionality is working as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for your version of SAP APO for detailed instructions on configuring global settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully activate the RPM in your SAP APO system.