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How To Fix FK233 - Assign public holidays before saving


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: FK - Factory calendar

  • Message number: 233

  • Message text: Assign public holidays before saving

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have not assigned any public holidays to the public holiday
    calendar. A public holiday calendar must have at least one public
    holiday before it can be saved.

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?

    Assign some holidays to the current calendar with the function
    <LS>Assign holiday</>

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FK233 - Assign public holidays before saving ?

    The SAP error message FK233 ("Assign public holidays before saving") typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with payment processing or payroll. This error indicates that the system requires the assignment of public holidays to the relevant personnel or organizational units before you can save the transaction.

    Cause:

    The error arises when:

    1. Public Holidays Not Assigned: The system has detected that public holidays have not been assigned to the relevant employee or organizational unit in the configuration settings.
    2. Missing Configuration: The configuration for public holidays in the system may be incomplete or not set up correctly.
    3. Transaction Context: You are trying to save a transaction that requires knowledge of public holidays (e.g., payroll processing, payment runs) but the necessary data is missing.

    Solution:

    To resolve the FK233 error, follow these steps:

    1. Check Public Holiday Configuration:

      • Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
      • Navigate to the configuration settings for public holidays. This is usually found under:
        • SPRO > IMG > Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Payroll > Public Holidays.
      • Ensure that public holidays are defined and assigned correctly for the relevant country and region.
    2. Assign Public Holidays:

      • Assign the public holidays to the relevant employee groups or organizational units. This can typically be done in the employee master data or through the configuration settings.
      • You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to assign public holidays to specific employees.
    3. Check Employee Master Data:

      • Ensure that the employee master data includes the correct public holiday information. You can check this using transaction PA30.
      • Look for the "Public Holiday" infotype (IT 2006) and ensure that it is populated correctly.
    4. Test the Changes:

      • After making the necessary assignments, try to save the transaction again to see if the error persists.
    5. Consult Documentation:

      • If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant for guidance.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), SPRO (Customizing), and others related to payroll and public holiday management.
    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
    • User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to public holiday assignments and employee master data.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FK233 error and successfully save your transaction in SAP.

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