How To Fix /SAPAPO/PALG103 - Calendar & not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PALG -

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Calendar & not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PALG103 - Calendar & not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PALG103 Calendar & not valid typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a calendar that is being referenced in a planning function or process is either not defined, not active, or not valid for the specific planning area or time frame being used.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Calendar Reference: The calendar specified in the planning function or configuration does not exist or is incorrectly referenced.
  Inactive Calendar: The calendar may exist but is not active or has been deactivated.
  Mismatch in Planning Area: The calendar may not be assigned to the planning area you are working with.
  Date Range Issues: The calendar may not cover the date range being referenced in the planning process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Calendar Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/CALEND to check if the calendar exists and is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the calendar is active and has the correct settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Calendar Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the calendar is assigned to the relevant planning area. You can check this in the planning area settings.
  Use transaction code /SAPAPO/MC62 to view the planning area and its associated calendar.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Function:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific planning function, review the function's settings to ensure that the correct calendar is being referenced.
  
  
  
  Check Date Ranges:
  
  Ensure that the date range for the planning process falls within the active periods of the calendar.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional details on calendar configuration and usage in APO.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the planning function or process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/CALEND: To manage and view calendars.
  /SAPAPO/MC62: To view and manage planning areas.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to calendar configuration in APO.
  
  
  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 identify and resolve the issue related to the /SAPAPO/PALG103 Calendar & not valid error message.