How To Fix /SAPAPO/OO_VSVM021 - Compartment type &1 has capacities with quantity 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OO_VSVM -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Compartment type &1 has capacities with quantity 0

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_VSVM021 - Compartment type &1 has capacities with quantity 0 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OO_VSVM021 indicates that there is an issue with the compartment type in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module of SAP. Specifically, it states that the compartment type specified has capacities with a quantity of 0. This can lead to problems in planning and scheduling processes, as the system cannot allocate resources properly when the capacities are not defined correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Zero Capacity Defined: The compartment type in question has been defined with a capacity of zero. This means that the system cannot utilize this compartment for any planning activities.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the master data settings for the compartment type, leading to the capacity being set to zero.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Compartment Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the compartment type in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the capacity for the compartment type is set to a positive value. If it is set to zero, update it to reflect the correct capacity.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the compartment type, including any associated resources or production versions.
  Ensure that all relevant data is correctly maintained and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters:
  
  If the compartment type is not intended to have any capacity, consider whether it should be used in the planning process. If not, you may need to adjust the planning parameters to exclude it.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the APO system to identify any other potential issues that may be causing this error.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TS to check for inconsistencies in the planning area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/CC (for checking capacity) and /SAPAPO/OM (for managing master data).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.