How To Fix /SAPAPO/PPM_GENERATE117 - No bottleneck resource exists in PP/DS plan

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PPM_GENERATE -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: No bottleneck resource exists in PP/DS plan

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_GENERATE117 - No bottleneck resource exists in PP/DS plan ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_GENERATE117 indicates that there is no bottleneck resource identified in the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) plan. This error typically arises during the planning process when the system is unable to find a resource that is constrained or limited in capacity, which is essential for generating a feasible production plan.
  Causes:
  
  Resource Configuration: The resources may not be properly configured in the system. This includes missing capacity settings or incorrect resource types.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the resources may not be set correctly, leading to the system not recognizing any resource as a bottleneck.
  Capacity Constraints: There may be no defined capacity constraints for the resources, which means the system cannot identify any resource as a bottleneck.
  Resource Availability: All resources may be available and not constrained, leading to the absence of a bottleneck.
  Planning Version: The planning version being used may not have the necessary data or settings to identify bottlenecks.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Resource Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all relevant resources are correctly configured in the system.
  Verify that the capacity settings for each resource are defined and accurate.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Parameters:
  
  Check the planning parameters for the resources in the PP/DS settings.
  Ensure that the parameters are set to allow the system to identify bottlenecks.
  
  
  
  Define Capacity Constraints:
  
  If no capacity constraints are defined, consider adding them to the resources to help the system identify bottlenecks.
  Review the capacity planning settings to ensure they reflect the actual production capabilities.
  
  
  
  Analyze Resource Availability:
  
  Review the availability of resources to ensure that at least one resource is constrained.
  If all resources are available, consider adjusting the capacity or availability settings to create a bottleneck.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Version:
  
  Ensure that the correct planning version is being used and that it contains all necessary data.
  If needed, create or adjust the planning version to include the required settings.
  
  
  
  Run the Planning Process Again:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, rerun the planning process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for PP/DS to understand how bottleneck resources are identified and managed.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.