How To Fix BT261 - Unknown error during factory calendar check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Unknown error during factory calendar check

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT261 - Unknown error during factory calendar check ?

  The SAP error message BT261, which states "Unknown error during factory calendar check," typically occurs when there is an issue related to the factory calendar settings in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during planning, scheduling, or when executing transactions that depend on the factory calendar.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Factory Calendar Configuration: The factory calendar may not be set up correctly, or there may be inconsistencies in the calendar settings.
  Missing or Inactive Calendar: The factory calendar that is being referenced may not exist or may be inactive.
  Date Issues: The date being processed may fall outside the defined working days or periods in the factory calendar.
  System Bugs: There may be a bug or issue in the SAP system that is causing the error to be thrown unexpectedly.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access or modify the factory calendar settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL