How To Fix M3179 - From date precedes the lower limit of the factory calendar

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 179

• Message text: From date precedes the lower limit of the factory calendar

What causes this issue?

The date you have specified as the lower limit precedes the lower limit
of the factory calendar. The factory calendar is no longer maintained
for this period.

How to fix this error?

Correct the date or ask your systems administrator to maintain the
factory calendar.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3179 - From date precedes the lower limit of the factory calendar ?

  The SAP error message M3179, "From date precedes the lower limit of the factory calendar," typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation (such as creating a production order, scheduling, or planning) that involves a date that is earlier than the start date defined in the factory calendar for the relevant plant or production area.
  Cause:
  
  Factory Calendar Settings: The factory calendar for the plant or production area has a defined start date, and the date you are trying to use falls before this start date.
  Incorrect Date Entry: The date you entered in the transaction might be incorrect or not aligned with the factory calendar settings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the factory calendar is configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Maintain Factory Calendar) to review the factory calendar settings for the relevant plant.
  Verify the start date of the factory calendar and ensure that it aligns with your intended operations.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If the date you are trying to use is indeed before the factory calendar's start date, you will need to adjust your date to a valid date that is on or after the factory calendar's start date.
  
  
  
  Update Configuration:
  
  If necessary, you can update the factory calendar to extend the start date, but this should be done with caution and typically requires appropriate authorization and consideration of business processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for your specific SAP implementation to ensure compliance with business rules regarding date entries.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who can provide assistance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Factory Calendar: This is a calendar that defines working days, holidays, and other relevant time periods for production planning and scheduling.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SCAL for factory calendar maintenance, MD01 for planning, and others that may be relevant to your operations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message, as there may be patches or updates that address specific scenarios.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M3179 error and proceed with your operations in SAP.