How To Fix LM305 - Day & is not a workday

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LM - Treasury: Limit Management

• Message number: 305

• Message text: Day & is not a workday

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LM305 - Day & is not a workday ?

  The SAP error message LM305 ("Day & is not a workday") typically occurs in the context of time management or payroll processing when the system is trying to process a date that is not recognized as a valid workday. This can happen for various reasons, such as holidays, weekends, or incorrect configuration of the work calendar.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Workday: The date in question falls on a weekend or a public holiday that is not configured as a workday in the system.
  Calendar Configuration: The work schedule or factory calendar may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing certain days as workdays.
  Employee Assignment: The employee's work schedule may not align with the calendar, causing discrepancies.
  Date Input Error: The date being processed may have been entered incorrectly or may not be relevant to the employee's work schedule.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date that is causing the error. Ensure it is a valid workday according to the company's work calendar.
  Review Work Schedule: Check the employee's work schedule and ensure it is correctly assigned and configured in the system.
  Update Calendar Configuration: If the date is indeed a workday but is not recognized as such, review and update the factory calendar or work schedule configuration in SAP.
  
  Go to Transaction Code: SCAL to check and maintain the factory calendar.
  Ensure that the public holidays and weekends are correctly defined.
  
  
  Adjust Employee Master Data: If necessary, adjust the employee's master data to ensure that their work schedule aligns with the company's calendar.
  Consult with HR/Payroll Team: If you are unsure about the configuration or need further assistance, consult with your HR or payroll team, as they may have insights into the specific setup for your organization.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SCAL: To maintain the factory calendar.
  PA30: To view and edit employee master data.
  PT01: To maintain time management data.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on configuring work schedules and calendars.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LM305 error and ensure that the system recognizes the appropriate workdays for processing.