How To Fix IWO_BAPI187 - Invalid value for factory calendar in order header

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IWO_BAPI - BAPIs for ALM Orders: Messages

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Invalid value for factory calendar in order header

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IWO_BAPI187 - Invalid value for factory calendar in order header ?

  The SAP error message "IWO_BAPI187 Invalid value for factory calendar in order header" typically occurs when there is an issue with the factory calendar assigned to a production order or maintenance order. This error indicates that the system is unable to recognize or validate the factory calendar specified in the order header.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Factory Calendar: The factory calendar specified in the order does not exist or is not correctly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Assignment: The factory calendar may not be assigned to the plant or the order type being used.
  Date Issues: The dates associated with the order may fall outside the valid range of the factory calendar.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Customizing settings related to factory calendars.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Factory Calendar) and verify that the factory calendar exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the factory calendar is assigned to the relevant plant.
  
  
  
  Verify Order Header:
  
  Check the order header in the transaction (e.g., IW32 for maintenance orders or CO02 for production orders) to ensure that the correct factory calendar is being used.
  If necessary, change the factory calendar to a valid one.
  
  
  
  Review Plant Settings:
  
  Ensure that the factory calendar is assigned to the plant in the configuration settings. You can check this in the transaction SPRO under:
  
  Production > Basic Data > Define Factory Calendar.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Date Validity:
  
  Ensure that the dates in the order (start date, end date, etc.) are within the valid range of the factory calendar.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that all settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the order creation or modification process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IW32: Change Maintenance Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  SCAL: Factory Calendar
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify factory calendar settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the "Invalid value for factory calendar in order header" error in SAP.