How To Fix 5A209 - Schedule pattern and user-defined schedule not possible simultaneously


5A209 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

  • Message number: 209

  • Message text: Schedule pattern and user-defined schedule not possible simultaneously

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A209 - Schedule pattern and user-defined schedule not possible simultaneously ?
    The SAP error message 5A209 indicates that there is a conflict between the schedule pattern and a user-defined schedule in the context of planning or scheduling in SAP. This error typically arises when both a standard schedule pattern and a custom schedule are being applied to the same planning object, which is not allowed.
    
    Cause: The error occurs when: A scheduling operation is trying to use both a predefined schedule pattern (like a weekly or monthly schedule) and a user-defined schedule (which may have specific dates or times) at the same time. The system does not support the simultaneous use of these two types of scheduling methods for the same planning object.
    Solution: To resolve this error, you can take the following steps: Review Scheduling Settings: Check the scheduling settings for the relevant planning object (e.g., production order, maintenance order, etc.). Ensure that you are not trying to apply both a schedule pattern and a user-defined schedule at the

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