How To Fix V1243 - Date &1 lies before beginning of factory calendar &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 243

• Message text: Date &1 lies before beginning of factory calendar &2

&CAUSE
During delivery and transportation scheduling, whilst trying to
calculate a date, the system came across a date which lies before the
date on which the factory calendar &V2& begins. The date is &V1&.

System Response

Scheduling was terminated and all dates set to the starting date for
scheduling.

How to fix this error?

Check the definition of the factory calendar and the date. Make any
necessary corrections to the calendar and the date.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1243 - Date &1 lies before beginning of factory calendar &2 ?

  The SAP error message V1243, which states "Date &1 lies before beginning of factory calendar &2," typically occurs in the context of production planning or scheduling within SAP. This error indicates that the date you are trying to use for a transaction (such as a production order, delivery, or scheduling) is earlier than the start date defined in the factory calendar associated with the relevant plant or production facility.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Input: The date you are trying to enter is simply before the start date of the factory calendar.
  Factory Calendar Configuration: The factory calendar may not be set up correctly, or it may not cover the date range you are trying to work with.
  System Settings: The system may have been configured to restrict operations to a specific time frame that does not include the date you are trying to use.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are trying to enter and ensure it is correct. If it is indeed before the factory calendar's start date, you will need to select a valid date.
  Review Factory Calendar:
  
  Go to the transaction code SCAL (Maintain Factory Calendar) in SAP.
  Check the start date of the factory calendar associated with the plant or production facility.
  If necessary, adjust the factory calendar to include the required date range.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the factory calendar is correct but the date is still causing issues, you may need to review the configuration settings related to the factory calendar and production planning.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to adjust the factory calendar or if you need to make changes to the configuration, consult your SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Factory Calendar: A factory calendar defines the working days and holidays for a plant. It is crucial for scheduling and planning activities in SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SCAL for factory calendar maintenance and MD01 for MRP runs, which may also be affected by calendar settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify factory calendar settings, as this may be restricted based on user roles in your organization.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the V1243 error and proceed with your SAP transactions.