How To Fix MF504 - Invalid factory calendar or error in the factory calendar &

MF504 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MF - MPS planning and evaluation

• Message number: 504

• Message text: Invalid factory calendar or error in the factory calendar &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MF504 - Invalid factory calendar or error in the factory calendar & ?

  The SAP error message MF504, which states "Invalid factory calendar or error in the factory calendar," typically occurs when there is an issue with the factory calendar settings in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during production planning, scheduling, or when trying to execute certain transactions that depend on the factory calendar.
  Causes of Error MF504
  
  
  Incorrect Factory Calendar Assignment: The factory calendar assigned to a plant or production line may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  
  
  Missing or Incomplete Calendar Data: The factory calendar may not have been properly defined, or there may be missing holiday or working day data.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the settings of the factory calendar in the SAP system.
  
  
  Date Range Issues: The date range being used in the transaction may fall outside the defined periods of the factory calendar.
  
  
  User Authorization: The user may not have