How To Fix TR1408 - Specify a factory calendar

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TR1 - SAP BP: Appointment Rules

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Specify a factory calendar

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TR1408 - Specify a factory calendar ?

  The SAP error message TR1408, which states "Specify a factory calendar," typically occurs in the context of production planning or scheduling when the system requires a factory calendar to determine working days and hours for production activities. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when creating or modifying production orders, scheduling tasks, or planning resources.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Factory Calendar: The system does not have a factory calendar assigned to the relevant plant or production area.
  Incorrect Configuration: The factory calendar may not be properly configured or linked to the relevant master data (e.g., material, work center, or production order).
  Plant Settings: The plant settings may not include a valid factory calendar, leading to the inability to determine working days.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TR1408 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Factory Calendar Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation