How To Fix /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN159 - Assign a value to a resource consumption

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN -

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Assign a value to a resource consumption

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN159 - Assign a value to a resource consumption ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN159 typically indicates that there is an issue with resource consumption values in the context of Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) within SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error usually arises when a resource consumption value is missing or not properly assigned in the planning process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Resource Consumption Value: The error often occurs when a resource (like a machine or labor) is expected to have a consumption value assigned, but it is either missing or not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The resource might not be configured correctly in the system, leading to the inability to assign a consumption value.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to resources, such as missing or incorrect entries in the resource master data.
  Planning Object Issues: The planning object (like a product or production order) may not be correctly linked to the resource, causing the system to not recognize the consumption values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Resource Master Data: Go to the resource master data in SAP and ensure that all necessary fields, especially those related to consumption values, are filled out correctly.
  
  Transaction Code: C223 (for maintaining resource master data).
  
  
  
  Assign Consumption Values: If the consumption values are missing, you need to assign them. This can be done in the resource master data or in the relevant planning object.
  
  
  Review Planning Object Configuration: Ensure that the planning object (like a production order or a planned order) is correctly configured to use the resource. Check the assignment of resources in the production process.
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies: Run consistency checks on your master data to identify any discrepancies that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on how to manage resource consumption values in your version of SAP APO.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes to check and maintain the necessary data:
  
  C223 for resource master data.
  C201 for production orders.
  C202 for planned orders.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in planning and resource management are adequately trained on the system and understand how to manage resource consumption values effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN159 and ensure that resource consumption values are correctly assigned in your SAP APO system.