How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CP056 - Batch could not be processed because &1 is not a working day

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CP -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Batch could not be processed because &1 is not a working day

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CP056 - Batch could not be processed because &1 is not a working day ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CP056 indicates that a batch process could not be executed because the specified date (&1) is not a working day. This typically occurs in scenarios where batch jobs are scheduled to run on specific dates, and the system checks the calendar to determine if the date is a valid working day.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Working Day: The date specified in the batch job is a weekend or a public holiday, which is not defined as a working day in the system's calendar.
  Calendar Configuration: The factory calendar or holiday calendar may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the date as a working day.
  Job Scheduling: The job may have been scheduled incorrectly, or the date may have been manually entered as a non-working day.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date specified in the batch job. Ensure that it is a working day according to the factory calendar.
  Review Calendar Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code SCAL to check the factory calendar settings.
  Ensure that the date in question is marked as a working day in the calendar.
  If necessary, adjust the calendar settings to include the date as a working day or reschedule the batch job to a valid working day.
  
  
  Reschedule the Job: If the job is scheduled for a non-working day, reschedule it to a valid working day.
  Check Job Logs: Review the job logs for any additional information or errors that may provide context for the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Factory Calendar: This defines the working days and non-working days for the organization. It is crucial for scheduling jobs, production planning, and other time-sensitive operations.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCAL: To maintain and view the factory calendar.
  SM37: To monitor and manage background jobs.
  
  
  Public Holidays: Ensure that public holidays are correctly defined in the system, as they can affect the working days.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your batch processes run smoothly on valid working days.