How To Fix PRAT045 - Generation of pers. calendar failed (BEGDA = &;ENDDA = &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRAT - PRAT

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Generation of pers. calendar failed (BEGDA = &;ENDDA = &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRAT045 - Generation of pers. calendar failed (BEGDA = &;ENDDA = &) ?

  The SAP error message PRAT045, which states "Generation of personal calendar failed (BEGDA = &; ENDDA = &)," typically occurs when there is an issue with the generation of a personal calendar for an employee in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including incorrect date ranges, missing data, or configuration issues.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Date Range: The start date (BEGDA) and end date (ENDDA) specified for the personal calendar may be invalid or not properly defined.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data for the employee (such as infotype records) may be missing or incomplete.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the personal calendar in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to generate the personal calendar.
  System Errors: There could be temporary system issues or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Date Range: Ensure that the start date (BEGDA) and end date (ENDDA) are correctly defined and fall within valid ranges.
  Review Master Data: Verify that all necessary infotypes for the employee are correctly maintained and complete. This includes checking for missing records in infotypes like 0000 (Actions), 0001 (Organizational Assignment), and 0002 (Personal Data).
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for the personal calendar in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user attempting to generate the personal calendar has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the failure.
  Re-run the Process: Sometimes, simply re-running the process after checking the above points can resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check employee records or PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to view existing data.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on personal calendars and related infotypes.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or HR support team for further investigation.