How To Fix BC307 - Appointments for other persons can be only be public or private

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC - Scheduler (calendar)

• Message number: 307

• Message text: Appointments for other persons can be only be public or private

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC307 - Appointments for other persons can be only be public or private ?

  The SAP error message BC307, which states "Appointments for other persons can be only be public or private," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Calendar or SAP Business Workplace when trying to create or modify an appointment for another user. This error indicates that the system is enforcing a restriction on the visibility settings of appointments created for other users.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to set an appointment for another user with a visibility setting that is not allowed. In SAP, appointments can only be categorized as either:
  
  Public: Visible to everyone who has access to the calendar.
  Private: Visible only to the creator and not to others.
  
  If you try to set an appointment for another user as "confidential" or with any other visibility setting that is not public or private, the system will throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that when creating or modifying an appointment for another user, you only select the visibility options of "Public" or "Private." Here are the steps to follow:
  
  
  Open the Appointment Creation/Modification Screen: Navigate to the calendar or appointment management area in SAP.
  
  
  Select the Correct User: Ensure you are creating or modifying an appointment for the intended user.
  
  
  Set Visibility: When prompted for visibility settings, choose either:
  
  Public: If you want the appointment to be visible to all users.
  Private: If you want the appointment to be visible only to the user for whom you are creating the appointment.
  
  
  
  Save the Appointment: After selecting the appropriate visibility option, save the appointment.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create appointments for other users. If you do not have the required authorization, you may need to contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on calendar management and appointment settings.
  
  
  System Configuration: If you believe the error is occurring due to a system configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to review the settings related to calendar and appointment management.
  
  
  By following these steps and ensuring the correct visibility settings, you should be able to resolve the BC307 error and successfully create or modify appointments for other users in SAP.