How To Fix PE503 - No factory calendar set for organizational unit &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 503

• Message text: No factory calendar set for organizational unit &1 &2

What causes this issue?

The organizational unit specified has no assignment to a factory
calendar.

System Response

The system cannot proceed.

How to fix this error?

Assign a factory calendar to the organizational unit specified. There
are two possible ways of doing this.
Create infotype 1027 'Site-dependent Additional Info' for the
organizational unit. Here you can define a factory calendar for the
organizational unit concerned.
Define a <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOHP5OODK>Factory calendar</> independent
of the organizational unit specified. This factory calendar is then
valid when you do not maintain infotype 1027 for an organizational
unit.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE503 - No factory calendar set for organizational unit &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message PE503 "No factory calendar set for organizational unit &1 &2" typically occurs in the context of HR or personnel management when the system is unable to find a factory calendar associated with a specific organizational unit. This can happen during various HR processes, such as time evaluation or payroll processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Factory Calendar: The primary cause of this error is that the organizational unit (e.g., a specific department or location) does not have a factory calendar assigned to it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The organizational structure may not be properly configured in the SAP system, leading to the absence of a factory calendar.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the organizational unit or the factory calendar.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PE503 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Organizational Unit Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code PPOME (or PPOC for the organizational structure) to check the organizational unit in question.
  Verify if the factory calendar is assigned to the organizational unit.
  
  
  
  Assign a Factory Calendar:
  
  If no factory calendar is assigned, you can assign one by navigating to the relevant configuration settings:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Navigate to Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Organizational Data > Define Factory Calendar.
  Assign the appropriate factory calendar to the organizational unit.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar Settings:
  
  Ensure that the factory calendar itself is correctly defined and active. You can check this in the same configuration area where you assign the factory calendar.
  
  
  
  Review Time Management Settings:
  
  If the error occurs during time evaluation or payroll, ensure that the time management settings are correctly configured for the relevant personnel area and subarea.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run the process again (e.g., time evaluation or payroll) to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Factory Calendar: A factory calendar defines the working days and non-working days for an organization. It is crucial for time management and payroll processing.
  Organizational Units: These are structures within SAP that represent different departments, locations, or functions within a company.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME, SPRO, and PA30 (for maintaining employee master data) to navigate through the system effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error.