How To Fix IW436 - &1 is not a workday; next workday is &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 436

• Message text: &1 is not a workday; next workday is &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW436 - &1 is not a workday; next workday is &2 ?

  The SAP error message IW436 indicates that the date you are trying to use in a transaction (such as creating or changing a maintenance order) is not a valid workday. The message typically states: "Date &1 is not a workday; next workday is &2."
  Cause:
  This error occurs when:
  
  The date you are trying to enter falls on a non-working day (e.g., weekends, public holidays).
  The work calendar defined for the relevant plant or work center does not include the date you are trying to use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are trying to enter. If it is indeed a non-working day, you will need to select a different date that is a valid workday.
  
  
  Use the Next Workday: The error message provides the next valid workday. You can simply use that date instead.
  
  
  Review Work Calendar:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Work Schedule) to check the work calendar settings for the relevant plant or work center.
  Ensure that the workdays and holidays are correctly defined in the calendar.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Work Schedule: If necessary, you can modify the work schedule to include additional workdays or adjust the holiday settings.
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the work calendar, you may need to consult with your SAP administrator or someone responsible for maintaining the work schedules in your organization.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  IW31/IW32: Create/Change Maintenance Order
  SCAL: Work Schedule
  CR01/CR02: Create/Change Work Center (to check work center calendar)
  
  
  
  Work Schedule Configuration: Understanding how work schedules are configured in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future. This includes knowing how to set up workdays, holidays, and shifts.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to workdays and calendars.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IW436 error and proceed with your transaction.