How To Fix MA113 - Date & comes before start of factory calendar with ID &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Date & comes before start of factory calendar with ID &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA113 - Date & comes before start of factory calendar with ID & ?

  The SAP error message MA113 indicates that a date you are trying to use is before the start date of the factory calendar associated with the relevant plant or production facility. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning, material management, or similar modules where date validation against the factory calendar is necessary.
  Cause:
  
  Date Input: The date you are trying to enter (e.g., for a production order, scheduling, or planning) is earlier than the start date defined in the factory calendar.
  Factory Calendar Configuration: The factory calendar may not be set up correctly, or the start date may not align with your operational requirements.
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The plant or location you are working with may be assigned a factory calendar that does not cover the date you are trying to use.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are trying to enter. Ensure it is correct and intended for the operation you are performing.
  Review Factory Calendar:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Maintain Factory Calendar) to check the configuration of the factory calendar.
  Ensure that the start date of the factory calendar is set correctly and that it covers the date you are trying to use.
  
  
  Adjust the Factory Calendar: If necessary, you may need to adjust the factory calendar to extend the start date or create a new factory calendar that meets your requirements.
  Check Plant Assignment: Ensure that the plant or location you are working with is assigned the correct factory calendar. You can check this in the plant settings.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to make these changes, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or support team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SCAL: To maintain factory calendars.
  OVZB: To check and maintain plant settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to factory calendars and error messages.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify factory calendar settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MA113 error and ensure that your date inputs align with the factory calendar settings in SAP.