How To Fix CN220 - Factory calendar & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Factory calendar & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN220 - Factory calendar & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CN220 indicates that the factory calendar specified in a transaction or configuration does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of project management, production planning, or other modules where factory calendars are used to define working days and hours.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Factory Calendar: The factory calendar referenced in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The factory calendar may not have been properly configured or activated in the system.
  Missing Assignment: The factory calendar may not be assigned to the relevant organizational unit (e.g., plant, company code).
  Typographical Error: There may be a typographical error in the factory calendar code entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Maintain Factory Calendar) to check if the factory calendar exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create a new factory calendar.
  
  
  
  Create/Modify Factory Calendar:
  
  If the factory calendar is missing, create a new one by defining the working days and holidays.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify it as needed.
  
  
  
  Assign Factory Calendar:
  
  Ensure that the factory calendar is assigned to the relevant organizational units. This can be done in the configuration settings for the specific module you are working with (e.g., in Project System, Production Planning).
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input for any typographical errors in the factory calendar code. Ensure that the correct code is being used in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing factory calendars in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCAL: To maintain factory calendars.
  OOVB: To assign factory calendars to plants.
  
  
  
  Configuration Path:
  
  You can navigate through the SAP Easy Access Menu: SPRO -> IMG -> Enterprise Structure -> Definition -> Logistics - General -> Define Factory Calendar.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to factory calendars.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify factory calendars in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CN220 error and ensure that the factory calendar is correctly set up in your SAP system.