How To Fix FK599 - The calendar data can only be maintained in client 000

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FK - Factory calendar

• Message number: 599

• Message text: The calendar data can only be maintained in client 000

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FK599 - The calendar data can only be maintained in client 000 ?

  The SAP error message FK599 indicates that you are trying to maintain calendar data in a client other than client 000. In SAP, client 000 is the standard client used for configuration and system settings, including calendar data. This restriction is in place to ensure that certain foundational settings are maintained consistently across the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to create or modify calendar data (such as fiscal year variants, holiday calendars, etc.) in a client other than client 000.
  The system is designed to restrict certain configuration activities to client 000 to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to perform the following steps:
  
  
  Log into Client 000:
  
  Exit the current client and log into client 000. This is typically done by entering the client number in the login screen.
  
  
  
  Maintain Calendar Data:
  
  Once logged into client 000, navigate to the relevant transaction or configuration area where you need to maintain the calendar data (e.g., transaction code OB29 for fiscal year variants, or transaction code SCAL for holiday calendars).
  
  
  
  Make Necessary Changes:
  
  Make the necessary changes or create the required calendar data in client 000.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you need these changes to be available in other clients, you may need to transport the changes from client 000 to the other clients using the transport management system (TMS).
  
  
  
  Log Back into Your Client:
  
  After making the changes, log back into the client where you originally encountered the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Client Concept in SAP: SAP systems are organized into clients, which are separate environments within the same system. Client 000 is often used for system-wide settings and configurations.
  Transport Management: Changes made in client 000 can be transported to other clients using transport requests. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create and manage transport requests.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to access client 000 and make changes to calendar data.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if you do not have access to client 000, you may need to contact your SAP Basis administrator or support team for assistance.