How To Fix 5U573 - Date & is not entered in the required format

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 573

• Message text: Date & is not entered in the required format

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U573 - Date & is not entered in the required format ?

  The SAP error message 5U573 indicates that a date is not entered in the required format. This error typically arises when the system expects a date input in a specific format, but the provided date does not conform to that format. 
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date may be entered in a format that is not recognized by the SAP system. For example, if the system expects a date in the format DD.MM.YYYY and the user enters it as MM/DD/YYYY, this error will occur.
  Locale Settings: The date format may vary based on user locale settings. If the user’s settings do not match the expected format, it can lead to this error.
  Field Configuration: The field where the date is being entered may have specific validation rules that are not being met.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date is entered in the correct format as specified by the system. Common formats include:
  
  DD.MM.YYYY
  YYYY-MM-DD
  MM/DD/YYYY (depending on system settings)
  
  Refer to the documentation or help text in the SAP screen for the expected format.
  
  
  Adjust User Settings: If the date format is based on user locale settings, you can adjust your user profile settings in SAP to match the expected date format:
  
  Go to System > User Profile > Own Data (or use transaction code SU3).
  Check the Defaults tab for date format settings.
  
  
  
  Validation Rules: If the field has specific validation rules, ensure that the input meets those criteria. This may involve checking for valid date ranges or ensuring that the date is not in the past or future, depending on the context.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the required format, consult the relevant SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or module you are working with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to date formats in your specific version of SAP.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct data entry formats to minimize errors.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists across multiple users, it may be worth checking the system configuration for date formats and validation rules.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5U573 and successfully enter the date in the required format.