How To Fix FK554 - The calendars could not be buffered -> see system log

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FK - Factory calendar

• Message number: 554

• Message text: The calendars could not be buffered -> see system log

What causes this issue?

An internal error occured during calendar buffering.

System Response

A system log is generated for this error.

How to fix this error?

Please contact the system administration with the information
that there is a system log for this problem.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FK554 - The calendars could not be buffered -> see system log ?

  The SAP error message FK554, which states "The calendars could not be buffered -> see system log," typically indicates an issue with the calendar data in the SAP system. This error can occur in various modules, particularly in Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO), where calendar data is essential for processing financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Calendar Configuration Issues: There may be a problem with the configuration of the fiscal calendar or holiday calendar in the system.
  Buffering Problems: The system may be unable to buffer the calendar data due to inconsistencies or corruption in the calendar tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify calendar data.
  System Performance Issues: High load on the system or database issues may prevent the calendar data from being buffered correctly.
  Transport Issues: If recent changes were transported to the system, there may be inconsistencies in the calendar data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check System Log: Start by checking the system log (transaction SM21) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the underlying issue.
  Review Calendar Configuration: Verify the configuration of the fiscal and holiday calendars in the system (transaction OB29 for fiscal calendar and transaction OOVB for holiday calendar).
  Rebuild Buffer: You can try to rebuild the buffer for the calendar data. This can often be done by executing the report RSBATCH or using transaction SE38 to run a specific program that refreshes the buffer.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify calendar data.
  Database Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the database tables related to calendar data. You can use transaction SE14 to check and repair database tables if necessary.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and check for any locks or long-running processes that may be affecting the buffering of calendar data.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM21 (System Log)
  OB29 (Fiscal Year Variant)
  OOVB (Holiday Calendar)
  SE14 (Database Utility)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to FK554 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on calendar configuration and buffering to ensure that all settings are correct.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.