How To Fix 53505 - Date was not entered

53505 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 53 - Incentive Wages Data

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Date was not entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 53505 - Date was not entered ?

  The SAP error message "53505 Date was not entered" typically occurs when a required date field is left blank in a transaction or during data entry. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when creating or updating records in modules like Sales and Distribution (SD), Materials Management (MM), or others.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Date Field: The most common cause is that a mandatory date field (e.g., delivery date, posting date, or validity date) has not been filled in.
  Incorrect Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration may require a date that is not being provided due to custom settings or user roles.
  User Input Error: Users may overlook entering a date due to oversight or misunderstanding of the required fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Required Fields: Review the transaction screen for any date fields that are marked as mandatory (often indicated by asterisks or highlighted fields). Ensure that all required date fields are filled in.
  Input Valid Dates: