How To Fix FK357 - Factory calendar & only valid for period from & to &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FK - Factory calendar

• Message number: 357

• Message text: Factory calendar & only valid for period from & to &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FK357 - Factory calendar & only valid for period from & to & ?

  The SAP error message FK357 typically indicates that there is an issue with the factory calendar settings in relation to the period you are trying to process. This error occurs when the date or period you are working with is not valid according to the factory calendar defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Range: The date you are trying to use falls outside the valid range defined in the factory calendar.
  Factory Calendar Configuration: The factory calendar may not be set up correctly, or it may not cover the period you are trying to process.
  Period Locking: The period you are trying to post to may be locked or closed in the system.
  Fiscal Year Variant: The fiscal year variant may not align with the factory calendar settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL to check the factory calendar settings.
  Ensure that the calendar is correctly defined and that the date range you are trying to use is included.
  
  
  
  Adjust Date/Period:
  
  If the date you are trying to use is outside the valid range, adjust your posting date to fall within the valid period.
  
  
  
  Review Period Status:
  
  Check if the period you are trying to post to is open. You can do this in the transaction code OB52 (for financial periods) or MMPV (for material management periods).
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it or choose a different period.
  
  
  
  Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly set up and that it aligns with the factory calendar. You can check this in the configuration settings under SPRO.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings, consult the SAP documentation or your SAP support team for guidance on how to configure the factory calendar correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCAL: Factory Calendar Maintenance
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  MMPV: Change Posting Periods
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the FK357 error.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the factory calendar or posting periods.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FK357 error and successfully process your transactions.