How To Fix /SCWM/WAVE160 - Factory calendar &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WAVE -

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Factory calendar &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE160 - Factory calendar &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WAVE160 Factory calendar &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is trying to process a wave or a related activity that requires a specific factory calendar, but the specified calendar does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Factory Calendar: The factory calendar referenced in the error message (&1) is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The wave or activity may be configured to use a factory calendar that has not been set up or has been deleted.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the configuration where the factory calendar is specified.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (or use the relevant menu path) to check the existing factory calendars.
  Verify if the factory calendar with the ID specified in the error message exists.
  
  
  
  Create or Adjust Factory Calendar:
  
  If the factory calendar does not exist, you will need to create it. You can do this in the same transaction (SCAL).
  If it exists but is not correctly configured, adjust the settings as necessary.
  
  
  
  Update Wave Configuration:
  
  If the wave or related activity is incorrectly configured to use a non-existent factory calendar, update the configuration to point to a valid factory calendar.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify factory calendar settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on factory calendars and their configuration in EWM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Factory Calendar: A factory calendar defines working days and non-working days for a plant or a specific area in the warehouse. It is crucial for scheduling and planning activities.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SCAL for factory calendar management and /SCWM/WAVE for wave management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the necessary factory calendar is in place for your warehouse operations.