How To Fix O0049 - Error in factory calendar (RC = &) (Date & &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O0 - IS-OIL area independent messages

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Error in factory calendar (RC = &) (Date & &)

What causes this issue?

Error while executing function module DATE_CONVERT_TO_FACTORYDATE

System Response

Serious error

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid date (if possible), &v2& is not valid.
Check definition of the <DS:GLOS.factory calendar>factory calendar</>
&V3& used and check the return code &V1& with reference to the function
module which was used and maintain the calendar, if necessary.
Calendar_Buffer_Not_Loadable = 01
Correct_Option_Invalid = 02
Date_After_Range = 03
Date_Before_Range = 04
Date_Invalid = 05
Factory_Calendar_Not_Found = 06
<DS:TRAN.SCA3>display factory calendar &v3&</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O0049 - Error in factory calendar (RC = &) (Date & &) ?

  The SAP error message O0049 indicates that there is an issue with the factory calendar configuration for a specific date. The error message typically appears in scenarios where the system is trying to process a date that is not valid according to the defined factory calendar.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date: The date being processed does not exist in the factory calendar. This could be due to a holiday, weekend, or a non-working day that is not defined in the calendar.
  Factory Calendar Configuration: The factory calendar may not be set up correctly, or the specific date may not be included in the calendar.
  Date Format Issues: There may be issues with the date format being used in the transaction or report.
  Missing Entries: The factory calendar may be missing entries for certain periods, leading to the error when those dates are referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar: 
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Maintain Factory Calendar) and verify the configuration of the factory calendar.
  Ensure that the date in question is included in the calendar and that it is marked as a working day.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates: 
  
  If the date is indeed a non-working day, consider adjusting the date in your transaction or process to a valid working day.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Ensure that the factory calendar is correctly assigned to the relevant plant or company code in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates: 
  
  If there have been recent changes to the factory calendar (like adding holidays or changing working days), ensure that these changes are correctly reflected in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes related to factory calendar errors.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SCAL: To maintain factory calendars.
  OVZB: To check and maintain holiday calendars.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to factory calendars and error O0049.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on factory calendar configuration and management.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the O0049 error in SAP.