How To Fix MA895 - Last / first day of period & could not be calculated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 895

• Message text: Last / first day of period & could not be calculated

What causes this issue?

It is not possible to calculate the first/last day of period &.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA895 - Last / first day of period & could not be calculated ?

  The SAP error message MA895, which states "Last / first day of period could not be calculated," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) modules when the system is unable to determine the first or last day of a specified period for a particular operation or transaction. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing data, or incorrect settings.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Period Settings: The period settings in the configuration may not be set correctly, leading to the inability to calculate the first or last day of the period.
  Calendar Issues: The factory calendar or holiday calendar may not be defined properly, which can affect date calculations.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as missing master data or incorrect date formats.
  System Configuration: The configuration settings for the relevant modules (MM, PP) may not be aligned with the business requirements.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., MM or PP) and verify that the period settings are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the factory calendar and holiday calendar are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data and ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  Verify that the relevant periods are defined in the material master.
  
  
  
  Validate Date Formats:
  
  Ensure that the date formats used in the system are consistent and correct. This includes checking user settings and system settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Data:
  
  Look for any missing data that may be required for the calculation of the first and last day of the period. This could include missing entries in the planning table or other related tables.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs. This may involve running the transaction or report that triggered the error again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material), MD04 (Stock/Requirements List), or MD01 (MRP Run) to check and modify relevant data.
  SAP Help Portal: The SAP Help Portal can provide additional documentation and guidance on configuration settings and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they implemented.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further investigation.