How To Fix MA116 - & is not a workday; & will be set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 116

• Message text: & is not a workday; & will be set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA116 - & is not a workday; & will be set ?

  The SAP error message MA116 typically indicates that a date being processed is not recognized as a valid workday. This can occur in various contexts, such as when scheduling tasks, processing payroll, or managing project timelines. The message suggests that the system will automatically adjust the date to the next valid workday.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Workday Date: The date entered or calculated is a weekend or a public holiday, which is not considered a workday in the system.
  Calendar Settings: The factory calendar or work schedule settings may not include the date in question as a valid workday.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the work calendar in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date that is causing the error. Ensure that it is a valid workday according to the company's calendar.
  Review Work Calendar: Check the factory calendar or work schedule settings in SAP to ensure that the date is included as a workday. You can do this by navigating to:
  
  Transaction Code: SCAL (for maintaining calendars)
  Transaction Code: CR01 (for checking work schedules)
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If the date is indeed a non-workday, consider adjusting the date to a valid workday manually or allow the system to automatically adjust it.
  Consult with IT/Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or IT department to ensure that the calendar settings are correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on work calendars and scheduling.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like SCAL, CR01, and CR02 for calendar and work schedule management.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify calendar settings in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MA116 error and ensure that your dates are correctly recognized as workdays in the SAP system.