How To Fix C7017 - No calendar specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C7 - Scheduling

• Message number: 017

• Message text: No calendar specified

What causes this issue?

You have not defined a calender in the work center nor in the operation.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_MOEGLICH'
Maintain a calendar in the work center.
Maintain a calendar in the operation.
If you have not maintained a calendar, the system automatically uses the
Gregorian calendar as a basis for scheduling.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C7017 - No calendar specified ?

  The SAP error message C7017 "No calendar specified" typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a function or transaction that requires a calendar to be defined, but no calendar has been specified in the relevant settings. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with project management, production planning, or other modules that rely on scheduling and time management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Calendar Assignment: The most common cause is that the system does not have a calendar assigned to the relevant object (e.g., project, task, or work center).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings where the calendar is supposed to be defined.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have the necessary calendar settings configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the C7017 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Calendar Assignment:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area (e.g., Project Management, Production Planning).
  Ensure that a calendar is assigned to the object you are working with (e.g., project, work center, etc.).
  
  
  
  Define a Calendar:
  
  If no calendar exists, you may need to create one. This can typically be done in the following way:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (for maintaining calendars).
  Create a new calendar or modify an existing one as per your requirements.
  
  
  
  
  
  Assign Calendar to the Object:
  
  After creating or verifying the calendar, ensure it is assigned to the relevant object. This could involve:
  
  Assigning it to a project in Project Management.
  Assigning it to a work center in Production Planning.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check User Profile Settings:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the correct settings and permissions to access the calendar.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific steps or configurations, refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the module you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SCAL for calendar maintenance, CJ20N for project management, or CR01 for work center creation.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error C7017 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access and modify calendar settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C7017 error and ensure that the necessary calendar is specified for your operations in SAP.