How To Fix V1242 - Date &1 is not valid in factory calendar &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 242

• Message text: Date &1 is not valid in factory calendar &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1242 - Date &1 is not valid in factory calendar &2 ?

  The SAP error message V1242, which states "Date &1 is not valid in factory calendar &2," typically occurs when a date being processed does not align with the defined working days or holidays in the specified factory calendar. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of production orders, scheduling, or when processing sales orders.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date: The date being referenced (e.g., a delivery date, production date) does not fall within the valid working days of the factory calendar.
  Factory Calendar Configuration: The factory calendar may not be set up correctly, or the date may fall on a holiday or non-working day defined in that calendar.
  Date Format Issues: Sometimes, the date format may not be recognized correctly, leading to validation errors.
  Time Zone Issues: If the system is set to different time zones, it may cause discrepancies in date validation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date in question (represented by &1 in the error message) to ensure it is a valid working day according to the factory calendar (represented by &2).
  Review Factory Calendar: 
  
  Go to the factory calendar configuration in SAP (Transaction code: SCAL).
  Check the working days and holidays defined in the factory calendar.
  Ensure that the date in question is not a holiday or a non-working day.
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If the date is invalid, adjust it to a valid working day that aligns with the factory calendar.
  Reconfigure Factory Calendar: If necessary, update the factory calendar to include additional working days or modify existing holidays.
  Check User Settings: Ensure that user-specific settings (like time zone) are correctly configured, as they can affect date validation.
  Testing: After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Factory Calendar: A factory calendar in SAP defines the working days and holidays for a specific plant or company code. It is crucial for scheduling and planning activities.
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SCAL: To maintain factory calendars.
  OVZC: To check and maintain the assignment of factory calendars to plants.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on factory calendars and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.