How To Fix /SAPAPO/RES_MSG036 - The resource network can not be deleted as it is still used by an order

/SAPAPO/RES_MSG036 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RES_MSG -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: The resource network can not be deleted as it is still used by an order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RES_MSG036 - The resource network can not be deleted as it is still used by an order ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RES_MSG036 indicates that a resource network cannot be deleted because it is still being utilized by an order. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you attempt to delete a resource network that is linked to existing orders or planning objects.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Orders: The resource network is currently assigned to one or more active production or planning orders.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links between the resource network and other planning objects that prevent deletion.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that resources are not deleted while they are still in use, which could lead to inconsistencies in planning and execution.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Active Orders:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/ORDPR (Order Processing) or /SAPAPO/RESC (Resource Network) to check which orders are currently using the resource network.
  Look for any production orders, planned orders, or