How To Fix T4171 - Factory calendar & does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T4 - Time deposit processing

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Factory calendar & does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T4171 - Factory calendar & does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message T4171 indicates that the factory calendar you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in scenarios where a specific factory calendar is required for scheduling, production planning, or other related processes.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Factory Calendar: The factory calendar you are referencing in your transaction or configuration does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The factory calendar may not have been set up correctly or may have been deleted.
  Wrong Assignment: The factory calendar may not be assigned to the relevant plant or company code.
  Typographical Error: There could be a typo in the factory calendar name or ID being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Maintain Factory Calendar) to check if the factory calendar exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create a New Factory Calendar:
  
  If the factory calendar is missing, you can create a new one using the same transaction code SCAL.
  Define the working days, holidays, and any other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Assign Factory Calendar:
  
  Ensure that the factory calendar is assigned to the relevant plant or company code.
  You can check this in the configuration settings under the relevant plant settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the relevant modules (like Production Planning, Materials Management) to ensure that the factory calendar is correctly referenced.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the factory calendar ID or name you are using in your transaction to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCAL: Maintain Factory Calendar
  OVZB: Assign Factory Calendar to Plant
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on creating and managing factory calendars.
  Support: If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community forums for additional assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the T4171 error and ensure that the factory calendar is correctly set up in your SAP system.