How To Fix M3298 - Factory calendar not fully maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 298

• Message text: Factory calendar not fully maintained

What causes this issue?

The factory calendar is incorrectly maintained.

How to fix this error?

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3298 - Factory calendar not fully maintained ?

  The SAP error message M3298, which states "Factory calendar not fully maintained," typically occurs when there are issues with the factory calendar settings in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during production planning, material requirements planning (MRP), or when scheduling operations.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incomplete Factory Calendar: The factory calendar may not have been fully defined for the relevant period. This can include missing holidays, working days, or shifts.
  Incorrect Configuration: The factory calendar may not be correctly assigned to the plant or production facility.
  Date Range Issues: The date range for the factory calendar may not cover the dates being used in the transaction or planning run.
  Missing Entries: There may be missing entries for specific days or periods that are required for the operations being scheduled.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M3298 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Maintain Factory Calendar).
  Verify that the factory calendar is correctly defined and includes all necessary working days, holidays, and shifts for the relevant period.
  
  
  
  Assign Factory Calendar to Plant:
  
  Ensure that the factory calendar is assigned to the correct plant or production facility. This can be checked in the plant settings.
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the configuration settings for plants and verify the assignment.
  
  
  
  Review Date Ranges:
  
  Check the date ranges in the factory calendar to ensure they cover the dates being used in your planning or production activities.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Entries:
  
  If you find any missing entries for specific days or periods, add them to the factory calendar to ensure it is fully maintained.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, re-run the transaction or planning run that triggered the error to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCAL: Maintain Factory Calendar
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on factory calendars and their configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the factory calendar settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation, as there may be underlying system issues or configurations that need to be addressed.