How To Fix T9204 - Factory calendar & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T9 - Time zones/streams

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Factory calendar & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T9204 - Factory calendar & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message T9204 indicates that the factory calendar you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in scenarios where a specific factory calendar is required for scheduling, production planning, or other time-related functions in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Calendar: The factory calendar you are referencing has not been created or is not active in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The factory calendar might be incorrectly configured or assigned to the plant or company code.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the factory calendar.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the factory calendar may not have been transferred correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar:
  
  Go to transaction code SCAL (Maintain Factory Calendar).
  Verify if the factory calendar you are trying to use exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create a New Factory Calendar:
  
  If the factory calendar does not exist, you can create a new one in the same transaction (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 plant settings (transaction code OX10 for plant settings).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the factory calendar.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are using a custom factory calendar, ensure that it is properly configured and activated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on factory calendars and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCAL: Maintain Factory Calendar
  OX10: Maintain Plant
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to factory calendars.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and profiles are correctly set up to allow access to the necessary configuration areas.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the T9204 error and ensure that the factory calendar is correctly set up in your SAP system.