How To Fix FK212 - Position the cursor on a public holiday calendar

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FK - Factory calendar

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Position the cursor on a public holiday calendar

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FK212 - Position the cursor on a public holiday calendar ?

  The SAP error message FK212, which states "Position the cursor on a public holiday calendar," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or configurations where a public holiday calendar is required. This error indicates that the system expects you to select or specify a public holiday calendar, but it cannot find one or the cursor is not positioned correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Public Holiday Calendar: The system may not have a public holiday calendar defined for the company code or the relevant area.
  Incorrect Cursor Position: The cursor may not be positioned on the field where the public holiday calendar is expected.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to public holiday calendars in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Public Holiday Calendar:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for public holiday calendars in SAP.
  Use transaction code SCAL to access the Public Holiday Calendar configuration.
  Ensure that a public holiday calendar is created and assigned to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Position the Cursor Correctly:
  
  When you encounter the error, ensure that you are clicking or navigating to the correct field where the public holiday calendar is expected.
  If you are in a transaction that requires a public holiday calendar, make sure to select the appropriate field before proceeding.
  
  
  
  Assign Public Holiday Calendar:
  
  If a public holiday calendar exists but is not assigned to the company code, you can assign it using the configuration settings.
  Go to SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable -> Business Transactions -> Incoming Payments -> Define Public Holiday Calendar.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify public holiday calendar settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SCAL (Public Holiday Calendar), SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Public Holiday Calendar: A calendar that defines public holidays for a specific region or company code, which can affect payment processing and other financial transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to public holiday calendars and error FK212.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FK212 error and ensure that the public holiday calendar is correctly configured and utilized in your SAP system.