How To Fix MA813 - Factory calendar missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 813

• Message text: Factory calendar missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA813 - Factory calendar missing ?

  The SAP error message MA813 ("Factory calendar missing") typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid factory calendar for a specific plant or production facility. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during production planning, scheduling, or when trying to execute certain transactions that require a factory calendar.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Factory Calendar: The factory calendar has not been defined for the plant in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: The factory calendar may be incorrectly configured or assigned to the plant.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the plant or factory calendar.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the factory calendar.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Factory Calendar:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Define Factory Calendar).
  Check if a factory calendar is defined for the relevant plant. If not, create a new factory calendar and assign it to the plant.
  
  
  
  Assign Factory Calendar to Plant:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the following path:
  
  Enterprise Structure > Definition > Logistics - General > Define Factory Calendar.
  
  
  Ensure that the factory calendar is assigned to the correct plant.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the factory calendar is correctly configured with the appropriate working days and holidays.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the master data to ensure that there are no discrepancies related to the plant or factory calendar.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify factory calendar settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Factory Calendar: A factory calendar defines the working days and non-working days for a plant. It is essential for scheduling and planning activities in production and logistics.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCAL: Define 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.
  
  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 additional configurations required.