How To Fix /SAPAPO/PAGT_HEUR042 - These resources are ignored during shift determination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PAGT_HEUR -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: These resources are ignored during shift determination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PAGT_HEUR042 - These resources are ignored during shift determination ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PAGT_HEUR042 indicates that certain resources are being ignored during the shift determination process in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This typically occurs in the context of production planning and scheduling, where the system is trying to allocate resources for production but encounters issues with specific resources.
  Cause:
  The error message can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  
  Resource Configuration: The resources may not be properly configured in the system. This includes settings related to capacity, availability, or other parameters that define how the resource can be used.
  
  
  Resource Status: The resources might be in a status that prevents them from being used for production. For example, they could be marked as inactive or under maintenance.
  
  
  Shift Planning: The shifts defined for the resources may not align with the production requirements. If the shifts do not cover the required production times, the system will ignore those resources.
  
  
  Capacity Constraints: If the resources are already fully booked or have capacity constraints that prevent them from being allocated to the current production order, they will be ignored.
  
  
  Resource Grouping: If the resources are part of a resource group that is not available for the current planning run, they will be ignored.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Resource Configuration:
  
  Go to the resource master data and verify that the resources are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the capacity, availability, and other relevant parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Resource Status:
  
  Check the status of the resources in the system. Make sure they are active and available for use.
  If a resource is under maintenance, consider rescheduling the maintenance or using an alternative resource.
  
  
  
  Adjust Shift Planning:
  
  Review the shift definitions for the resources. Ensure that the shifts cover the required production times.
  If necessary, modify the shift planning to align with production needs.
  
  
  
  Analyze Capacity Constraints:
  
  Check if the resources are fully booked or if there are any capacity constraints.
  If the resources are at capacity, consider adjusting the production schedule or reallocating resources.
  
  
  
  Resource Grouping:
  
  If the resources are part of a resource group, ensure that the group is available for the current planning run.
  Adjust the resource group settings if needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/RES01 (Resource Overview) or /SAPAPO/PPDS (Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling) to analyze resource settings and availability.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on resource management and shift planning in APO.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP APO expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.