How To Fix KG202 - Week assignment rule &1 requires a factory calendar ID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG - CO-PA Planning

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Week assignment rule &1 requires a factory calendar ID

What causes this issue?

The current week assignment rule (Number of workdays according to
factory calendar) requires you to specify a factory calendar in order
to assign the values to weeks.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter a factory calendar ID for the week assignment rule.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG202 - Week assignment rule &1 requires a factory calendar ID ?

  The SAP error message KG202 indicates that there is an issue with the week assignment rule in the context of cost center accounting or internal orders. Specifically, it states that a factory calendar ID is required for the week assignment rule you are trying to use. This error typically arises when the system cannot determine the appropriate calendar to use for scheduling or planning purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Factory Calendar: The most common cause of this error is that the factory calendar ID has not been assigned to the relevant controlling area, cost center, or internal order.
  Incorrect Configuration: The week assignment rule may be incorrectly configured or not linked to a valid factory calendar.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the cost center or internal order that prevent the system from finding the necessary calendar.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign Factory Calendar:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the controlling area or the specific cost center/internal order.
  Ensure that a valid factory calendar is assigned. This can typically be done in the following path:
  
  SPRO ? Controlling ? Cost Center Accounting ? Master Data ? Cost Center ? Define Cost Center.
  
  
  Check if the factory calendar is correctly assigned to the cost center or internal order.
  
  
  
  Check Week Assignment Rule:
  
  Review the week assignment rule settings to ensure they are correctly configured and linked to the appropriate factory calendar.
  You can find this in the configuration settings under:
  
  SPRO ? Controlling ? Cost Center Accounting ? Planning ? Define Week Assignment Rules.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the cost center or internal order to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Factory Calendar: A factory calendar defines the working days and holidays for a specific organizational unit. It is crucial for planning and scheduling activities in SAP.
  Week Assignment Rule: This rule determines how costs are assigned to specific weeks, which is important for accurate financial reporting and analysis.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KS01 (Create Cost Center), KS02 (Change Cost Center), and KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) for managing cost centers and their configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.