How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_PO057 - Start date of period of performance: next working day is &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_PO - Message Class for Purchase Order

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Start date of period of performance: next working day is &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_PO057 - Start date of period of performance: next working day is &1 ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_PO057 indicates that there is an issue with the start date of the period of performance for a purchase order (PO). Specifically, it suggests that the start date is set to a date that is not valid, typically because it falls on a non-working day or is not aligned with the system's configuration for working days.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Working Day: The start date of the period of performance is set to a date that is a weekend or a public holiday, which is not considered a working day in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The calendar settings in the SAP system may not be correctly configured, leading to discrepancies in what is considered a working day.
  Incorrect Date Entry: The user may have manually entered a date that is not valid according to the system's working calendar.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Change the Start Date: Update the start date of the period of performance to the next valid working day. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the purchase order in question.
  Editing the period of performance section.
  Selecting a date that is a working day according to the system's calendar.
  
  
  
  Check Calendar Settings: Ensure that the factory calendar and holiday calendar settings are correctly configured in the SAP system. This can be done by:
  
  Going to the transaction code SCAL (Maintain Calendar).
  Verifying the settings for the relevant plant or company code.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you are unsure about the correct working days or if the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or the team responsible for system configuration. They can provide insights into the calendar settings and help resolve any discrepancies.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to modify the purchase order and SCAL to check calendar settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing purchase orders and calendar settings.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to enter valid dates and understand the implications of working days in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the APPL_MM_PUR_PO057 error and successfully set the period of performance for your purchase order.