How To Fix QA199 - The factory calendar & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QA - QM : Inspection lots

• Message number: 199

• Message text: The factory calendar & is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QA199 - The factory calendar & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message QA199, which states "The factory calendar & is not defined," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a factory calendar associated with a specific plant or production facility. This can happen in various contexts, such as during quality management processes, production planning, or when scheduling activities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Factory Calendar: The factory calendar for the specified plant has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The plant or location being referenced does not have a valid factory calendar assigned.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to factory calendars in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QA199 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Factory Calendar) in SAP.
  Verify if the factory calendar for the relevant plant is defined.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create a new factory calendar or assign an existing one to the plant.
  
  
  
  Assign Factory Calendar to Plant:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to Logistics - General > Master Data > Define Factory Calendar.
  Ensure that the factory calendar is assigned to the correct plant.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Settings:
  
  Ensure that the plant settings are correctly configured in the system.
  You can check this in the transaction code OVX5 (for plant settings) or OX10 (for plant definitions).
  
  
  
  Review Quality Management Settings:
  
  If the error occurs in the context of Quality Management, ensure that the quality management settings are correctly configured for the plant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Factory Calendar: A factory calendar defines the working days and holidays for a plant, which is essential for scheduling and planning activities.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SCAL, SPRO, OVX5, and OX10 for managing factory calendars and plant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to factory calendars and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QA199 error and ensure that the factory calendar is properly defined and assigned in your SAP system.