How To Fix 6P364 - & date lies before start of factory calendar. (Please correct)

6P364 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6P - Messages for planned independent requirements (Appl.area 60)

• Message number: 364

• Message text: & date lies before start of factory calendar. (Please correct)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6P364 - & date lies before start of factory calendar. (Please correct) ?

  The SAP error message "6P364 - Date lies before start of factory calendar" typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation (such as scheduling, planning, or posting) with a date that is earlier than the start date defined in the factory calendar for the relevant plant or production area.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The date you are trying to use is simply before the start date of the factory calendar.
  Factory Calendar Configuration: The factory calendar may not be set up correctly, or the start date may not align with your operational needs.
  System Settings: The system may have restrictions based on the factory calendar settings that prevent operations from being scheduled or executed before a certain date.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are trying to use and ensure it is within the range of the factory calendar.
  Review Factory Calendar Settings:
  Go to transaction code SCAL (Factory Calendar) in SAP.
  Check the start