How To Fix FK356 - The holiday calendar & is only valid from & until &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FK - Factory calendar

• Message number: 356

• Message text: The holiday calendar & is only valid from & until &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FK356 - The holiday calendar & is only valid from & until & ?

  The SAP error message FK356 indicates that there is an issue with the holiday calendar being used in a financial transaction. Specifically, it means that the holiday calendar you are trying to use is not valid for the date range of the transaction you are processing. The message typically includes the holiday calendar ID and the valid date range for that calendar.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Range: The transaction date falls outside the valid date range of the specified holiday calendar.
  Incorrect Configuration: The holiday calendar may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant company code or area.
  Calendar Not Active: The holiday calendar may not be active for the period in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Transaction Date: Verify the date of the transaction you are trying to process. Ensure that it falls within the valid range of the holiday calendar.
  Review Holiday Calendar Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Maintain Holiday Calendar) to check the details of the holiday calendar.
  Ensure that the holiday calendar is correctly defined and that the date range is appropriate for your needs.
  
  
  Assign the Holiday Calendar: If the holiday calendar is not assigned to the relevant company code or area, you may need to assign it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for the company code.
  Update the Calendar: If the holiday calendar needs to be updated to include additional dates or to extend its validity, make the necessary changes in the SCAL transaction.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SCAL: To maintain holiday calendars.
  OBB2: To check and maintain the assignment of holiday calendars to company codes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to holiday calendars.
  Testing: After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FK356 error and ensure that your holiday calendar is correctly configured for your financial transactions.