How To Fix BC039 - Specify either a factory calendar or a public holiday calendar

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC - Scheduler (calendar)

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Specify either a factory calendar or a public holiday calendar

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC039 - Specify either a factory calendar or a public holiday calendar ?

  The SAP error message BC039, which states "Specify either a factory calendar or a public holiday calendar," typically occurs when a user is trying to perform an operation that requires a calendar definition, but none has been specified in the relevant configuration or transaction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Calendar Assignment: The system requires either a factory calendar or a public holiday calendar to be assigned to the relevant organizational unit (like a plant or company code) or to a specific operation.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the factory or public holiday calendar may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Transaction Context: The transaction being executed may inherently require a calendar to determine working days, holidays, or production schedules.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign a Factory Calendar:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction).
  Navigate to Logistics > Production > Production Planning > Basic Data > Define Factory Calendar.
  Ensure that a factory calendar is created