How To Fix 12137 - Enter a valid date according to date format (&1) - for example, &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 12 - Herstelldatum/Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum/Chargen

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Enter a valid date according to date format (&1) - for example, &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 12137 - Enter a valid date according to date format (&1) - for example, &2 ?

  The SAP error message 12137, which states "Enter a valid date according to date format (&1) - for example, &2," typically occurs when a user inputs a date that does not conform to the expected date format defined in the system settings. This can happen in various transactions or reports where date input is required.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date entered does not match the format specified in the user profile or system settings. For example, if the expected format is DD/MM/YYYY and the user enters MM/DD/YYYY, this error will occur.
  User Profile Settings: The date format may be set differently in the user profile compared to what is being entered.
  Regional Settings: The system may have different regional settings that affect how dates are interpreted.
  Input Errors: Simple typographical errors or incorrect separators (like using a dash instead of a slash) can also trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Format: Verify the expected date format as indicated in the error message. The format will be shown as &1, and an example date will be shown as &2.
  Adjust Input: Enter the date in the correct format. For example, if the format is DD/MM/YYYY, ensure that the date is entered accordingly.
  User Profile Settings: 
  
  Go to the user settings in SAP (transaction code SU3).
  Check the "Defaults" tab for the date format setting and adjust it if necessary.
  
  
  Regional Settings: If the system is set to a specific regional format, ensure that your input matches that format.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the expected format, consult the SAP documentation or your system administrator for clarification.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to date formats.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct input formats for dates in SAP to minimize errors.
  System Configuration: Administrators can review system-wide date format settings in the configuration to ensure consistency across the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully input the required date in SAP.