How To Fix FI_E246 - The PPA calendar ID has not been maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI_E - Message Class for FM English Developers

• Message number: 246

• Message text: The PPA calendar ID has not been maintained

What causes this issue?

The Prompt Payment Act (PPA) calendar ID has not been maintained.

System Response

The system uses the US Factory Calendar if the PPA calendar ID has not
been maintained.

How to fix this error?

Use the following link to maintain the PPA calendar ID:
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_PSMFG_PPA_CALID>Maintain PPA Calendar ID</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_E246 - The PPA calendar ID has not been maintained ?

  The SAP error message FI_E246 indicates that the PPA (Planned Profitability Analysis) calendar ID has not been maintained in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to execute a transaction or report that requires a valid PPA calendar, but the necessary configuration has not been completed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The PPA calendar ID has not been set up in the system. This can happen if the configuration for the Profitability Analysis module has not been fully completed.
  Incorrect Settings: The calendar ID may be incorrectly configured or not assigned to the relevant company code or controlling area.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or maintain the PPA calendar settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Maintain PPA Calendar ID:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO > SAP Reference IMG > Controlling > Profitability Analysis > Basic Settings > Maintain PPA Calendar.
  Here, you can create or maintain the PPA calendar ID. Ensure that the calendar is correctly defined and assigned to the relevant controlling area or company code.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Configuration:
  
  Verify if the PPA calendar ID is already defined but not assigned correctly. You can check the existing settings in the same configuration area.
  Ensure that the calendar ID is active and corresponds to the fiscal year and periods you are working with.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  If you suspect that authorization might be an issue, check with your SAP security team to ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and maintain the PPA calendar settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction or report again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring Profitability Analysis and maintaining the PPA calendar.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration and KEB0 for Profitability Analysis reports.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the PPA calendar ID is properly maintained and configured, you should be able to resolve the FI_E246 error and proceed with your transactions or reports in SAP.