How To Fix 61884 - Date lies outwith the factory calendar

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 884

• Message text: Date lies outwith the factory calendar

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61884 - Date lies outwith the factory calendar ?

  The SAP error message 61884, "Date lies outwith the factory calendar," typically occurs when a date specified in a transaction or process does not align with the defined factory calendar for the relevant plant or company code. This can happen in various contexts, such as production planning, order processing, or scheduling.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date: The date entered is not a working day according to the factory calendar.
  Factory Calendar Configuration: The factory calendar may not be set up correctly, or the date falls outside the defined working days or periods.
  Date Range: The date might be outside the valid date range for the specific process or transaction.
  Public Holidays: The date may coincide with a public holiday that is not considered a working day in the factory calendar.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are trying to use and ensure it is a valid working day according to the factory calendar.
  Review Factory Calendar Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Factory Calendar) to review the factory calendar settings for the relevant plant.
  Ensure that the calendar is correctly configured with the appropriate working days and holidays.
  
  
  Adjust the Date: If the date is indeed outside the factory calendar, adjust it to a valid working day.
  Transaction-Specific Settings: If the error occurs in a specific transaction, check if there are any specific date restrictions or settings that need to be adhered to.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for any specific guidelines related to the transaction you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Factory Calendar: The factory calendar defines the working days and non-working days for a plant. It is crucial for scheduling and planning processes in SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SCAL for factory calendar maintenance, OVX5 for defining factory calendars, and C223 for production scheduling.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify factory calendar settings if required.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.