How To Fix /SCWM/RF_EN036 - Resource & is not assigned to resource type; check your Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/RF_EN -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Resource & is not assigned to resource type; check your Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/RF_EN036 - Resource & is not assigned to resource type; check your Customizing ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/RF_EN036 Resource & is not assigned to resource type; check your Customizing typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with the configuration of resources in the system. This error indicates that a specific resource is not properly assigned to a resource type, which is necessary for the system to recognize and utilize that resource in warehouse operations.
  Cause:
  
  Resource Not Assigned: The resource in question has not been assigned to any resource type in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the Customizing settings related to resource types and their assignments.
  Missing Customizing Entries: The necessary entries in the Customizing settings for resources and resource types may be missing or incorrectly set up.
  Resource Type Deactivation: The resource type to which the resource should be assigned may be inactive or not properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Resource Assignment:
  
  Go to the SAP EWM Customizing (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the path: Extended Warehouse Management -> Resources -> Define Resource Types.
  Verify that the resource in question is assigned to the correct resource type.
  
  
  
  Assign Resource to Resource Type:
  
  If the resource is not assigned, you can assign it to the appropriate resource type.
  Ensure that the resource type is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Check the Customizing settings for resources and resource types to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  Make sure that the resource type is correctly defined and that all required fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by trying to use the resource in a relevant transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct settings, refer to the SAP documentation or help guides related to EWM resource management.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/RF for RF transactions and /SCWM/RES for resource management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify resource assignments in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /SCWM/RF_EN036.