How To Fix MN016 - Calendar & no longer maintained in system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Calendar & no longer maintained in system

What causes this issue?

The system attempted to read from calendar &V1& a further date for the
end of the validity period of a rebate arrangement or a period
condition. However, the calendar contained no further date, that is, the
calendar is no longer maintained in the system.

System Response

The requested action (create or extend arrangement etc.) cannot be
performed.

How to fix this error?

Maintain calendar &V1& sufficiently and perform the action again. If
necessary, inform your system administrator.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN016 - Calendar & no longer maintained in system ?

  The SAP error message MN016 ("Calendar & no longer maintained in system") typically occurs when you are trying to use a calendar that has been marked as inactive or is no longer available in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as changes in configuration, deletion of the calendar, or the calendar being set to inactive status.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Calendar: The calendar you are trying to use has been set to inactive in the system.
  Deletion: The calendar may have been deleted from the system.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration settings or updates to the system may have affected the availability of the calendar.
  Incorrect Assignment: The calendar may not be correctly assigned to the relevant organizational unit or personnel.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MN016 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Calendar Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Maintain Calendars) in SAP.
  Search for the calendar in question and check its status. If it is inactive, you can reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Calendar:
  
  If the calendar has been deleted, you may need to recreate it. Use the same transaction code (SCAL) to create a new calendar with the required settings.
  
  
  
  Assign Calendar:
  
  Ensure that the calendar is correctly assigned to the relevant organizational units or personnel. This can be done in the configuration settings related to personnel administration or time management.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review any recent changes in the configuration that might have affected the calendar settings. If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on managing calendars and resolving related issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SCAL (Maintain Calendars), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and others related to time management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to calendar management.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal provides detailed documentation on calendar management and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MN016 error and restore the functionality of the calendar in your SAP system.