Message type: E = Error
Message class:  RU - Messages for order completion confirmation 
Message number: 226
Message text: Date & is before the end of factory calendar &
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The SAP error message RU226 typically indicates that a date you are trying to use in a transaction or process is before the end date defined in the factory calendar. This can occur in various contexts, such as production planning, scheduling, or other date-sensitive operations.
Cause: Factory Calendar Settings: The factory calendar may have a defined end date that is earlier than the date you are trying to use. This could be due to incorrect configuration or an oversight when setting up the calendar. Date Input Error: The date you are entering might be incorrect or not aligned with the expected date range defined in the factory calendar. System Configuration: There may be a mismatch between the factory calendar settings and the operational dates in your planning or scheduling processes.
Solution: Check Factory Calendar: Go to the transaction code SCAL (Maintain Factory Calendar) in SAP. Review the factory calendar settings to ensure that the end date is set
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