How To Fix /SAPAPO/LOC086 - Calendar & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/LOC -

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Calendar & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC086 - Calendar & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC086 Calendar & does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a specific calendar that is required for planning or scheduling activities. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues or missing data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Calendar: The specified calendar does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or the calendar not being created.
  Incorrect Calendar Assignment: The calendar may not be correctly assigned to the location or planning object.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to the system being unable to locate the calendar.
  Transport Issues: If the calendar was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Calendar Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/SCAL to check if the calendar exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or ensure that it is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Maintain Calendar:
  
  If the calendar is missing, create a new calendar using the appropriate transaction code or configuration settings.
  Ensure that the calendar is defined with the correct working days, holidays, and other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Assign Calendar to Location:
  
  Ensure that the calendar is assigned to the relevant location or planning object. This can typically be done in the location master data.
  Use transaction code /SAPAPO/LOC3 to check the location settings and ensure the correct calendar is assigned.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for any inconsistencies that might be causing the issue. This includes checking the location, product, and other related master data.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the calendar was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that the calendar was included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on calendar configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/SCAL: Calendar maintenance.
  /SAPAPO/LOC3: Location master data maintenance.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify calendar settings in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/LOC086 Calendar & does not exist error and ensure that the necessary calendar is available for your planning processes.