How To Fix /SCWM/RSRC066 - Resource group is used by a resource

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/RSRC -

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Resource group is used by a resource

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/RSRC066 - Resource group is used by a resource ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/RSRC066 Resource group is used by a resource typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that you are trying to delete or modify a resource group that is currently being used by one or more resources. 
  Cause:
  
  Resource Group in Use: The resource group you are attempting to modify or delete is still assigned to one or more resources in the system.
  Active Assignments: There may be active assignments or configurations that prevent the resource group from being altered or removed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Resource Assignments:
  
  Navigate to the resource management area in SAP EWM.
  Check which resources are currently assigned to the resource group in question.
  You can do this by using transaction codes like /SCWM/RSC1 (for resource management) or /SCWM/RSC2 (for resource group management).
  
  
  
  Remove Assignments:
  
  If you find that there are resources assigned to the resource group, you will need to either:
  
  Reassign those resources to a different resource group.
  Delete the resources if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Resource Group:
  
  Once all resources have been removed from the resource group, you should be able to modify or delete the resource group without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or configurations that might be preventing the modification or deletion of the resource group.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing resources and resource groups in SAP EWM.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed information on resource management.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to resource groups and resources.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or EWM support team for further assistance.