How To Fix FK353 - Date & is outside the factory calendar & validity range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FK - Factory calendar

• Message number: 353

• Message text: Date & is outside the factory calendar & validity range

What causes this issue?

The date &V1& lies outside the validity range of the
factory calendar &V2&.
The factory calendar &V2& is defined for the time intervall from &V3&
until &V4&.

System Response

The program was cancelled.

How to fix this error?

You have the following possibilities to resolve the problem:
Specify a date within the validity range of the
factory calendar.
If the validity range of the factory calendar is inadequate,
modify it with the
holiday/factory calendar maintenance transaction.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FK353 - Date & is outside the factory calendar & validity range ?

  The SAP error message FK353 indicates that a date you are trying to use in a financial transaction is outside the defined factory calendar or the validity range for that date. This typically occurs in the context of financial postings, such as invoice processing or payment runs, where specific dates must align with the company's operational calendar.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date: The date you are trying to use is not recognized as valid within the factory calendar. This could be due to weekends, holidays, or other non-working days.
  Validity Range: The date may fall outside the defined validity range for the specific transaction or document type. Each document type may have its own set of valid dates.
  Factory Calendar Configuration: The factory calendar may not be set up correctly, or the date you are using may not be included in the calendar.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are trying to use. Ensure it is a valid working day according to the factory calendar.
  Review Factory Calendar: Go to the factory calendar settings in SAP (Transaction code: SCAL) and check if the date is included in the calendar. If not, you may need to adjust the calendar or choose a different date.
  Adjust Validity Range: If the date is valid but still causing issues, check the validity range for the document type you are working with. You may need to extend the validity range or use a date that falls within the existing range.
  Consult with Configuration Team: If you do not have access to change the factory calendar or validity ranges, consult with your SAP configuration team or system administrator to make the necessary adjustments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SCAL: To view and maintain factory calendars.
  OB29: To check and maintain the validity ranges for document types.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on factory calendars and validity ranges.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify calendar settings or document types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FK353 error and successfully process your financial transactions.