How To Fix BC411 - Invalid public holiday calendar

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC - Scheduler (calendar)

• Message number: 411

• Message text: Invalid public holiday calendar

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC411 - Invalid public holiday calendar ?

  The SAP error message BC411 "Invalid public holiday calendar" typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration or assignment of public holiday calendars in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during time evaluation, payroll processing, or when trying to assign a public holiday calendar to a personnel area or employee.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The public holiday calendar may not be properly configured in the system.
  Missing Calendar: The specified public holiday calendar does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Assignment: The public holiday calendar may not be assigned to the relevant personnel area, employee group, or employee subgroup.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to public holiday calendars, such as missing entries or incorrect dates.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the public holiday calendar.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the configuration for public holiday calendars.
  Ensure that the public holiday calendar is correctly defined and that all necessary holidays are included.
  
  
  
  Verify Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SCAL to check if the public holiday calendar exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Check Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the public holiday calendar is assigned to the relevant personnel area or employee group. This can be checked in the configuration settings under "Personnel Management" > "Personnel Administration" > "Public Holiday Calendar".
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Review the entries in the public holiday calendar for any inconsistencies or missing data.
  Make sure that the dates and holidays are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify public holiday calendars. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs. This can involve running payroll or time evaluation again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  SCAL: Maintain Public Holiday Calendar
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data (to check employee assignments)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring public holiday calendars and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to public holiday calendars.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.