How To Fix /SAPAPO/CAL407 - Timestream &2 (Type &1): Year &3 is not defined in factory calendar &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CAL -

• Message number: 407

• Message text: Timestream &2 (Type &1): Year &3 is not defined in factory calendar &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CAL407 - Timestream &2 (Type &1): Year &3 is not defined in factory calendar &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CAL407 typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue related to the factory calendar configuration. This error indicates that a specific year is not defined in the factory calendar being used for the planning process.
  Cause:
  
  
  Undefined Year in Factory Calendar: The error arises when the system attempts to access a year that has not been defined in the factory calendar. This can happen if:
  
  The factory calendar does not cover the year in question.
  The planning data or configuration is referencing a year that is outside the defined range of the factory calendar.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the factory calendar settings, such as incorrect start or end dates.
  
  
  Data Issues: The planning data might be referencing a year that is not relevant or has not been set up properly in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Factory Calendar) in SAP.
  Verify that the factory calendar being used includes the year mentioned in the error message.
  If the year is missing, you may need to extend the factory calendar to include that year.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Data:
  
  Review the planning data or configuration that is causing the error. Ensure that it is referencing valid years that are defined in the factory calendar.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Factory Calendar:
  
  If necessary, create a new factory calendar or modify an existing one to include the required year.
  Ensure that the working days, holidays, and other relevant settings are correctly defined for the new year.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that the factory calendar settings were correctly transported and are consistent across systems.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring factory calendars and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCAL: To manage factory calendars.
  SCC4: To check client settings, which may affect calendar configurations.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to factory calendars and the error message.
  
  
  APO Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in APO related to time series data and factory calendars, as these can impact planning processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/CAL407 error and ensure that your factory calendar is correctly set up for the planning activities in SAP APO.