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How To Fix WRF_PRC_CON014 - Enter a valid calendar for vendor &1


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WRF_PRC_CON - Messages for maintaining the internal contract apportionment

  • Message number: 014

  • Message text: Enter a valid calendar for vendor &1

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_CON014 - Enter a valid calendar for vendor &1 ?

    SAP Error Message:
    WRF_PRC_CON014 Enter a valid calendar for vendor &1


    Cause:

    This error occurs when the system expects a valid factory calendar to be assigned or maintained for the specified vendor (vendor number is substituted for &1 in the message), but no valid calendar is found or the calendar assigned is invalid or missing.

    In SAP, certain processes (especially related to procurement, scheduling, or vendor evaluation) require a factory calendar to determine working days, holidays, and non-working days for vendors. If the vendor master data or related configuration lacks a valid calendar, the system cannot proceed and throws this error.


    When does it typically occur?

    • During purchase order processing or scheduling agreements involving the vendor.
    • When the system tries to calculate delivery dates or lead times based on vendor working days.
    • In vendor evaluation or invoice verification processes that depend on calendar data.
    • When using certain SAP modules like MM (Materials Management), SD (Sales and Distribution), or PP (Production Planning) that require vendor calendar data.

    Solution:

    1. Assign a Valid Factory Calendar to the Vendor:

      • Go to the vendor master record (transaction XK02 or MK02).
      • Navigate to the relevant purchasing data or control data tab.
      • Check if a factory calendar is assigned.
      • If not, assign a valid factory calendar that corresponds to the vendor's working days.
    2. Check Factory Calendar Configuration:

      • Use transaction SCAL to review factory calendars.
      • Ensure the calendar assigned to the vendor exists and is active.
      • Verify that the calendar includes correct public holidays and non-working days.
    3. Check Customizing Settings:

      • In IMG (Implementation Guide), verify settings related to vendor calendars.
      • Path: SPRO -> Materials Management -> Purchasing -> Vendor Master -> Define Factory Calendars or similar depending on your SAP version.
    4. If the Vendor Does Not Have a Specific Calendar:

      • Assign a default or company-wide factory calendar that applies to vendors in that region or business area.
    5. Reprocess the Transaction:

      • After assigning the calendar, retry the transaction that caused the error.

    Additional Information:

    • The error message is part of the vendor master or purchasing process validations.
    • Factory calendars are crucial for accurate scheduling and delivery date calculations.
    • If multiple company codes or plants are involved, ensure the calendar assignment is consistent across relevant organizational units.
    • Sometimes, this error can also appear if the calendar assigned is deleted or inactive.

    Summary:

    Aspect Details
    Cause No valid factory calendar assigned to vendor
    Effect System cannot calculate vendor working days, causing error
    Solution Assign a valid factory calendar to the vendor master record
    Transaction to fix XK02 (Change Vendor), SCAL (Factory Calendar)

    If you need further assistance, please provide the transaction or process where the error occurs, and the vendor number for more specific guidance.

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