How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA809 - Factory calendar day comes after end of factory calendar

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 809

• Message text: Factory calendar day comes after end of factory calendar

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA809 - Factory calendar day comes after end of factory calendar ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA809 indicates that there is an issue with the factory calendar configuration in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, this error occurs when a date that is being processed falls after the defined end date of the factory calendar.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The date being referenced in the planning process is beyond the end date of the factory calendar.
  Factory Calendar Settings: The factory calendar may not be set up correctly, or the end date may not be aligned with the planning horizon.
  Planning Object Settings: The planning object (like a product or location) may have a date that is not valid according to the factory calendar.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the factory calendar or the planning object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Factory Calendar) in SAP.
  Verify the start and end dates of the factory calendar.
  Ensure that the factory calendar is active and covers the required planning period.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Horizon:
  
  If the planning horizon is set incorrectly, adjust it to ensure it falls within the valid dates of the factory calendar.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant planning object (product, location, etc.) to ensure that the dates align with the factory calendar.
  Update any incorrect dates in the master data.
  
  
  
  Re-run Planning:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, re-run the planning process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on factory calendar settings and planning processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCAL: To manage factory calendars.
  MD04: To view stock/requirements list and check for planning issues.
  CIF: To check the integration between SAP ERP and SAP APO if applicable.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to factory calendars and planning errors.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify factory calendar settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/MA809 and ensure that your planning processes run smoothly.