How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA813 - Factory calendar missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 813

• Message text: Factory calendar missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA813 - Factory calendar missing ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA813 Factory calendar missing typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a factory calendar for a specific location or plant. This can hinder planning processes, as the factory calendar is essential for determining working days, holidays, and other scheduling-related information.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Factory Calendar: The most common cause is that the factory calendar has not been defined for the specific plant or location in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The factory calendar may be incorrectly configured or assigned to the plant.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the plant or location not being properly linked to the factory calendar.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, the factory calendar may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Factory Calendar:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Maintain Factory Calendar).
  Check if the factory calendar exists for the relevant plant. If not, create a new factory calendar and assign it to the plant.
  
  
  
  Assign Factory Calendar to Plant:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the following path:
  
  SAP Customizing Implementation Guide -> Advanced Planning and Optimization -> Global Settings -> Define Factory Calendar.
  
  
  Ensure that the factory calendar is assigned to the correct plant.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify the master data for the plant in question. Ensure that the factory calendar is correctly linked to the plant in the relevant master data records.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that the factory calendar was included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the planning process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Factory Calendar: A factory calendar defines the working days and holidays for a specific plant. It is crucial for scheduling and planning activities in SAP APO.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCAL: Maintain Factory Calendar
  SPRO: Access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring factory calendars and their role in planning processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further investigation.