How To Fix MA812 - Factory calendar ID missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 812

• Message text: Factory calendar ID missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA812 - Factory calendar ID missing ?

  The SAP error message MA812, which states "Factory calendar ID missing," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid factory calendar associated with a particular material or plant. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during production planning, material requirements planning (MRP), or when creating production orders.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Factory Calendar Assignment: The material or plant does not have a factory calendar assigned.
  Incorrect Configuration: The factory calendar may not be properly configured or may have been deleted.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the material master or plant data.
  User Input Error: The user may have entered incorrect data or selected a plant that does not have a factory calendar assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check the plant-specific data for the material in question.
  Ensure that a valid factory calendar is assigned to the plant.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Data:
  
  Use transaction code OX10 to check the plant settings.
  Ensure that the factory calendar is assigned to the plant in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Assign Factory Calendar:
  
  If the factory calendar is missing, you can assign it by going to the plant settings and selecting the appropriate factory calendar.
  
  
  
  Review Factory Calendar Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code SCAL to review and configure factory calendars.
  Ensure that the factory calendar is active and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks on the master data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on factory calendar settings and configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Factory Calendar: A factory calendar defines the working days and holidays for a specific plant. It is crucial for scheduling and planning activities in SAP.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  OX10: Maintain Plant
  SCAL: Maintain Factory Calendar
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to factory calendars and error MA812.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MA812 error and ensure that the factory calendar is correctly assigned and configured in your SAP system.