How To Fix /SAPAPO/SEQ197 - Resource &1 has less shifts than reference calendar

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SEQ -

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Resource &1 has less shifts than reference calendar

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SEQ197 - Resource &1 has less shifts than reference calendar ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SEQ197 Resource &1 has less shifts than reference calendar typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is a mismatch between the shifts defined for a resource and those defined in the reference calendar. This can lead to issues in scheduling and capacity planning.
  Cause:
  
  Resource Shift Configuration: The resource in question has been configured with fewer shifts than what is defined in the reference calendar. This can happen if the resource's shift settings were not updated to match the reference calendar.
  Reference Calendar Settings: The reference calendar may have been modified to include more shifts, but the resource's configuration has not been updated accordingly.
  Planning Version: The error may also arise if the planning version being used does not align with the shifts defined in the reference calendar.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Resource Configuration:
  
  Go to the resource master data in SAP APO and check the shift settings for the resource &1.
  Ensure that the number of shifts defined for the resource matches or exceeds those defined in the reference calendar.
  
  
  
  Update Reference Calendar:
  
  If the reference calendar has been changed, consider updating the resource's shift settings to align with the new calendar.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction for maintaining resource settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Version:
  
  Ensure that the planning version you are using is correctly set up and that it reflects the current configuration of both the resource and the reference calendar.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to resource configuration and reference calendars for any additional guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, run a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the resource can be scheduled correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/RRP3 (Product View) or /SAPAPO/RES01 (Resource Overview) to check and modify resource settings.
  Shift Definitions: Familiarize yourself with how shifts are defined in SAP APO, including the concept of work schedules and calendars.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your resource configurations are aligned with the reference calendar.