How To Fix MW284 - &1 &2: Plant not open on &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

• Message number: 284

• Message text: &1 &2: Plant not open on &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW284 - &1 &2: Plant not open on &3 ?

  The SAP error message MW284 indicates that a specific plant is not open on a given date. This error typically occurs when you attempt to perform a transaction that requires the plant to be open for business, but the plant is either closed or not available for the specified date.
  Cause:
  
  Plant Closure: The plant may be closed for a specific period (e.g., holidays, maintenance).
  Incorrect Date: The date you are trying to perform the transaction may fall outside the operational period of the plant.
  Configuration Issues: The plant may not be properly configured in the system to allow transactions for the specified date.
  Master Data Issues: The plant master data may not be set up correctly, leading to it being considered "closed."
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Plant Status: Verify if the plant is indeed open for the date in question. You can do this by checking the plant calendar in the SAP system.
  
  Navigate to SPRO ? Enterprise Structure ? Definition ? Logistics - General ? Define Plant and check the operational status.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If the plant is closed, you may need to adjust the transaction date to a date when the plant is open.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the plant is correctly configured in the system. Check the settings related to the plant's operational calendar.
  
  
  Consult with Master Data Team: If you suspect that there are issues with the plant master data, consult with the team responsible for maintaining master data to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  Transaction Type: Ensure that the type of transaction you are trying to perform is allowed for the plant in question.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OVX5 to check the plant calendar or MM03 to view plant master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on plant configuration and operational calendars.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MW284 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.