IW433 - Date & is before the valid factory calendar period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 433

• Message text: Date & is before the valid factory calendar period

What causes this issue?

You entered a date for which the
<GL:factory_calendar>factory calendar</> was not maintained in
your factory.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid date.
If you want to use the date rejected by the system as a valid
date, you must maintain the factory calendar in your system with the
help of the Customizing function:

<DS:TRAN.OY05>Proceed</>
ENDIF
INCLUDE 'DARF-NICHT' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW433 - Date & is before the valid factory calendar period ?

  The SAP error message IW433 ("Date & is before the valid factory calendar period") typically occurs in the context of work order processing, maintenance planning, or similar activities where date validation against the factory calendar is required. This error indicates that the date you are trying to use (for example, a start date or end date) falls outside the valid range defined by the factory calendar.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date: The date you are trying to enter is before the start date of the factory calendar.
  Factory Calendar Configuration: The factory calendar may not be set up correctly, or it may not cover the date range you are trying to use.
  Work Order Dates: The dates in the work order or maintenance plan may not align with the factory calendar.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are trying to enter. Ensure it is within the valid range of the factory calendar.
  Review Factory Calendar:
  
  Go to transaction code SCAL (Maintain Factory Calendar) to check the configuration of the factory calendar.
  Ensure that the factory calendar is correctly defined and that it includes the date you are trying to use.
  
  
  Adjust Work Order Dates: If the work order or maintenance plan dates are incorrect, adjust them to fall within the valid range of the factory calendar.
  Update Factory Calendar: If necessary, you may need to extend the factory calendar to include the required date range. This can involve adding new periods or adjusting existing ones.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to modify the factory calendar or work order dates, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or support team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Factory Calendar: A factory calendar defines the working days and non-working days for a plant or company code. It is crucial for scheduling and planning activities in SAP.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCAL: To maintain factory calendars.
  IW31/IW32: To create or change work orders.
  IP01/IP02: To create or change maintenance plans.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to factory calendars or the IW433 error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IW433 error and ensure that your dates align with the factory calendar.