How To Fix FK406 - Selected factory calendar was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FK - Factory calendar

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Selected factory calendar was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FK406 - Selected factory calendar was deleted ?

  The SAP error message FK406 ("Selected factory calendar was deleted") typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction that requires a factory calendar that has been deleted or is no longer available in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the processing of financial documents, scheduling, or planning activities.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Factory Calendar: The factory calendar you are trying to use has been deleted from the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may have been altered, leading to the unavailability of the factory calendar.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as references to a factory calendar that no longer exists.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Maintain Factory Calendar) to check if the factory calendar in question still exists.
  If it has been deleted, you may need to create a new factory calendar or restore the deleted one if possible.
  
  
  
  Update References:
  
  If the factory calendar has been deleted, ensure that all relevant configurations and master data (like plants, company codes, etc.) are updated to reference an existing factory calendar.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Factory Calendar:
  
  If the factory calendar is essential for your operations, you can recreate it by defining the working days and holidays as per your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Review the customizing settings in the SAP system to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place and that there are no references to the deleted calendar.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing factory calendars and resolving related issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is affecting critical business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SCAL - Maintain Factory Calendar
  SPRO - Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Factory Calendar Usage: Factory calendars are used in various modules, including Production Planning (PP), Materials Management (MM), and Financial Accounting (FI). Understanding where the factory calendar is referenced in your processes can help in troubleshooting.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, ensure to test the relevant transactions to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FK406 error and restore functionality related to the factory calendar in your SAP system.