Microsoft Project Online Dekstop: problem with ressource type column

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Microsoft Project Online Dekstop: problem with ressource type column

Space PMO 20

Hello,

I realize this might not be the ideal place to ask about Microsoft Project, but every link I’ve followed has led me back to this forum—so here I am.

Here’s the issue I’m facing: I’ve set up resources in the Resource Sheet and assigned each one a type—Material, Cost, or Work. However, when I view the Task Sheet or any Gantt Chart view, the "Resource Type" column remains blank.

The resources are properly configured and assigned to tasks, so I’m not sure what’s going wrong.

Thanks in advance for any help you can offer!

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Vicky-I 6,345 Personnel externe de Microsoft Corporation Modérateur

Dear @Space PMO,

Thank you for your clear follow-up and confirmed that the resource type is visible in the Task Usage view!

However, about your concern, I’m sorry to share that, as far as I know, it’s currently not possible to display the resource type directly in the Gantt or Task Sheet views, even though the column is present. This is because those views are primarily designed to list tasks and illustrate their relationships and schedules using Gantt bars. For more detailed breakdowns, especially regarding resource assignments and cost types, the Task Usage view remains the most effective option.

I completely understand how important this distinction is for your workflow, especially when you're trying to separate material costs from human costs using a custom cost column alongside the resource type. Your use case is very valid and valuable.

I strongly encourage you to submit this feedback through the Microsoft Feedback Portal. If you decide to post it publicly, feel free to share the link here and I’d be happy to vote for it, and I’m sure other users with similar needs would appreciate the opportunity to support it too.

Also, I recommend marking an Accepted Answer for now. This will pin the thread to the top, making it easier for others to find when searching with related keywords. It also helps highlight the discussion for users who might benefit from it, while keeping the thread open for further contributions.

Thanks again for raising this important topic!

Warmest Regards.

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Vicky-I 6,345 Personnel externe de Microsoft Corporation Modérateur

Dear @Space PMO,

Thank you for reaching out to the Microsoft Q&A.

I understand you're experiencing an issue where the Resource Type column appears blank in the Task Sheet or Gantt Chart, even though you've correctly configured and assigned resources in the Resource Sheet.

To begin, please ensure that resources have actually been assigned to tasks. Here's a quick comparison:

Assigned Example:

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Unassigned Example:

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Once resources are assigned, it's important to note that the Resource Type column does not automatically populate in task-based views. The type (Work, Material, Cost) is a property of the resource itself, not of the task.

To view the resource type details within a task view, click the small triangle icon (expand button) left next to the task name. This will reveal assignment details, including the resource type.

For example:

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We hope this clarifies the situation. I really hope this information helpful for you!

Warm Regards.

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Space PMO 20 Points de réputation

2025-09-17T11:45:03.5133333+00:00

As mentioned in the original post, I’ve made sure a resource is assigned to the task, and if the task is listed under a summary, I’ve accessed it. However, the response still doesn’t address my question.
Vicky-I 6,345 Points de réputation Personnel externe de Microsoft Corporation Modérateur

2025-09-17T14:09:38.1133333+00:00

Dear @Space PMO,

Thank you so much for your follow-up, and I truly appreciate your patience.

First, I sincerely apologize if my previous response didn’t clearly address your concern. I'm sorry for any confusion or inconvenience this may have caused.

To clarify your question more precisely: Even when a resource is properly assigned to a task, the "Resource Type" column will still appear blank in Task Sheet or Gantt Chart views. This is because the resource type (Work, Material, Cost) is a property of the resource, not of the task and by design, task-based views do not display resource-level attributes directly.

If you'd like to view the resource type associated with a task, the correct approach is to switch to the Task Usage view. In this view, you can expand each task using the small triangle icon to reveal detailed assignment information, including the resource type.

I hope this explanation better aligns with what you were looking for. Please feel free to let me know if you have any further questions. I’m here to help!

Warm Regards.
Space PMO 20 Points de réputation

2025-09-17T14:29:40.1333333+00:00

Dear Vicky-I, Thank you for the precise clarification—I've confirmed that the resource type does indeed appear in the "Task Usage" view!

However, is there a way to display it in the Gantt or Task Sheet view as well? The column is already present, so I'm hoping it's possible. My objective is to efficiently distinguish material costs from human costs by using a custom cost column alongside the resource type.