How To Fix PE511 - No factory calendar set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 511

• Message text: No factory calendar set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE511 - No factory calendar set ?

  The SAP error message PE511 "No factory calendar set" typically occurs when the system is unable to find a factory calendar for a specific work center or production facility. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during production planning, scheduling, or when trying to execute certain transactions related to production or resource planning.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Factory Calendar: The most common cause is that the factory calendar has not been defined for the relevant work center or production facility.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the work center or production facility may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the work center or production facility may not be properly maintained, leading to the absence of a factory calendar.
  Date Issues: The date being processed may fall outside the defined working days in the factory calendar.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PE511 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Work Center Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CR01 (Create Work Center) or CR02 (Change Work Center).
  Verify that the factory calendar is assigned to the work center. If it is not, you will need to assign a valid factory calendar.
  
  
  
  Define Factory Calendar:
  
  If a factory calendar does not exist, you can create one using transaction code SCAL (Define Factory Calendar).
  Ensure that the calendar is set up correctly with the appropriate working days and holidays.
  
  
  
  Assign Factory Calendar to Production Facility:
  
  If you are working with a production facility, ensure that the factory calendar is assigned to the relevant production facility in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the work center or production facility to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Date Settings:
  
  Ensure that the date you are trying to process falls within the working days defined in the factory calendar.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Factory Calendar: A factory calendar defines the working days and hours for a specific work center or production facility. It is crucial for scheduling and planning activities in SAP.
  Work Center: A work center is a location where production activities are carried out. It can be a machine, a group of machines, or a labor resource.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CR01 / CR02: Create/Change Work Center
  SCAL: Define Factory Calendar
  CR03: Display Work Center
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PE511 error and ensure that your production planning and scheduling processes run smoothly.