How To Fix CY018 - Error when determining the calendar week

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CY - Capacity Requirements Planning

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Error when determining the calendar week

What causes this issue?

When the system attempted to convert a date to a calendar week, an error
occurred. The date must be between 01/01/92 and 12/31/2098.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CY018 - Error when determining the calendar week ?

  The SAP error message CY018 indicates an issue with determining the calendar week for a given date. This error typically arises in the context of planning and scheduling functions within SAP, particularly in modules like SAP PP (Production Planning) or SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization).
  Cause of CY018 Error
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date provided may not be in the expected format or may be invalid.
  Missing Calendar Settings: The calendar settings in the system may not be properly configured. This includes the fiscal calendar or factory calendar settings.
  Date Outside Valid Range: The date being processed may fall outside the range defined in the calendar settings.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may interfere with the standard date calculations.
  Time Zone Issues: If the system is set up with different time zones, it may lead to discrepancies in date calculations.
  
  Solution to CY018 Error
  To resolve the CY018 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Date Input: Ensure that the date being processed is valid and in the correct format.
  Review Calendar Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL to check the calendar settings.
  Ensure that the factory calendar and fiscal calendar are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  Validate Date Range: Check if the date falls within the valid range of the defined calendar.
  Check Custom Code: If there are any custom developments, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  System Configuration: Ensure that the system configuration for time zones is correct and consistent.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SCAL (for calendar maintenance) and SE80 (for checking custom developments).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on calendar settings and error handling.
  Support Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.