How To Fix BC410 - Invalid factory calendar

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC - Scheduler (calendar)

• Message number: 410

• Message text: Invalid factory calendar

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC410 - Invalid factory calendar ?

  The SAP error message BC410 "Invalid factory calendar" typically occurs when there is an issue with the factory calendar configuration in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during production planning, scheduling, or when trying to execute certain transactions that rely on the factory calendar.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Factory Calendar Assignment: The factory calendar assigned to a plant or production order may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Invalid Date Ranges: The factory calendar may have date ranges that are not valid or do not cover the dates being referenced in the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the factory calendar itself, such as missing holidays or working days.
  User Input Error: The user may have entered an incorrect factory calendar code in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (Customizing) and navigate to the relevant section to check the assignment of factory calendars to plants or production orders.
  Ensure that the factory calendar assigned is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Factory Calendar Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code SCAL to check the configuration of the factory calendar.
  Ensure that the calendar is correctly set up with valid working days and holidays.
  
  
  
  Check Date Ranges:
  
  Ensure that the date ranges for the factory calendar cover the dates you are trying to use in your transaction.
  If necessary, adjust the date ranges to include the required dates.
  
  
  
  Correct User Input:
  
  If the error is due to user input, verify that the correct factory calendar code is being used in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on factory calendar configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCAL: To maintain factory calendars.
  SPRO: To access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to factory calendars and the BC410 error.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Community forums for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the BC410 error in your SAP system.