How To Fix FK756 - Please maintain the activation intervals for the factory calendars

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FK - Factory calendar

• Message number: 756

• Message text: Please maintain the activation intervals for the factory calendars

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FK756 - Please maintain the activation intervals for the factory calendars ?

  The SAP error message FK756, which states "Please maintain the activation intervals for the factory calendars," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of factory calendars in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of financial accounting and controlling, particularly when dealing with periods and fiscal year settings.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Activation Intervals: The factory calendar has not been properly configured with activation intervals, which are necessary for the system to understand when the calendar is valid.
  Incorrect Configuration: The activation intervals may be incorrectly set or overlapping, leading to confusion in the system.
  Calendar Not Assigned: The factory calendar may not be assigned to the relevant company code or controlling area.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FK756 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Factory Calendar Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > IMG > Enterprise Structure > Definition > Financial Accounting > Define Factory Calendar.
  
  
  
  Maintain Activation Intervals:
  
  Select the factory calendar that is causing the issue.
  Check if there are any activation intervals defined. If not, you will need to create them.
  Ensure that the activation intervals do not overlap and are correctly defined for the periods you need.
  
  
  
  Assign Factory Calendar:
  
  Ensure that the factory calendar is assigned to the relevant company code or controlling area.
  You can do this in the same configuration area under Assign Factory Calendar to Company Code.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  After making the necessary changes, check for any other configuration errors that might be related to the factory calendar.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Once the changes are made, test the configuration by trying to perform the action that previously triggered the FK756 error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Factory Calendar: A factory calendar is used in SAP to define working days and non-working days for a specific plant or company code. It is essential for scheduling and planning purposes.
  Activation Intervals: These intervals define the periods during which the factory calendar is active. They are crucial for ensuring that the system can correctly interpret dates and periods.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SCAL (for maintaining factory calendars) to directly access the relevant configuration screens.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional underlying issues affecting the factory calendar configuration.