How To Fix VIRT186 - Guaranteed Capacity Consumed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VIRT - Virtualization Monitoring

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Guaranteed Capacity Consumed

What causes this issue?

Percent of Guaranteed Capacity consumed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VIRT186 - Guaranteed Capacity Consumed ?

  The SAP error message VIRT186, which states "Guaranteed Capacity Consumed," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where capacity planning and resource management are involved. This error indicates that the guaranteed capacity for a particular resource has been fully consumed, meaning that no additional production or planning can occur for that resource until capacity is freed up or increased.
  Cause:
  
  Capacity Limits Reached: The guaranteed capacity for a specific resource (like a machine or labor) has been fully utilized by planned orders, production orders, or other activities.
  Incorrect Capacity Planning: The capacity planning settings may not accurately reflect the actual capabilities of the resource.
  High Demand: There may be an unexpected surge in demand leading to the consumption of all available capacity.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the resource is configured in the system, such as incorrect settings for available capacity or planning parameters.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Capacity Planning: Check the capacity planning settings for the resource in question. Ensure that the guaranteed capacity is set correctly and reflects the actual capabilities of the resource.
  Adjust Production Plans: If possible, adjust the production plans to reduce the load on the resource. This may involve rescheduling orders or redistributing work to other resources.
  Increase Capacity: If the demand is consistent and exceeds the current capacity, consider increasing the guaranteed capacity for the resource. This may involve adding shifts, increasing working hours, or investing in additional resources.
  Monitor Demand: Implement better demand forecasting and monitoring to anticipate capacity needs and adjust plans proactively.
  Check for Errors: Ensure there are no errors in the order entries or planning that might be causing an incorrect consumption of capacity.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CM01 (Capacity Planning) or CM21 (Capacity Leveling) to analyze and manage capacity.
  Capacity Evaluation: Use reports to evaluate capacity utilization and identify bottlenecks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on capacity planning and management.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the VIRT186 error and manage your capacity more effectively.