How To Fix /CPD/PFP_SC_MESSAGES640 - Configure factory calendar as it is considered for distribution

/CPD/PFP_SC_MESSAGES640 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_SC_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 640

• Message text: Configure factory calendar as it is considered for distribution

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PFP_SC_MESSAGES640 - Configure factory calendar as it is considered for distribution ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_SC_MESSAGES640 typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the factory calendar in the context of distribution planning or production planning. This error suggests that the system is unable to find a valid factory calendar for the specified planning area or planning object.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Factory Calendar: The factory calendar may not be defined for the specific plant or location in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The factory calendar might be incorrectly configured or not assigned to the relevant planning area.
  Planning Area Settings: The planning area settings may not reference the correct factory calendar.
  Date Issues: The dates being used in the planning process may fall outside the defined working days of the factory calendar.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Factory Calendar) in SAP.
  Verify that the factory calendar is correctly defined and includes the necessary working days and holidays.
  
  
  
  Assign Factory Calendar to Plant:
  
  Ensure that the