How To Fix BOR01004 - Date '&1' and time stamp '&2' are invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOR01 - Message class for ETA calculation and route simulation

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Date '&1' and time stamp '&2' are invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOR01004 - Date '&1' and time stamp '&2' are invalid ?

  The SAP error message BOR01004 indicates that there is an issue with the date and time stamp being processed in the system. Specifically, it suggests that the date and time provided are invalid, which can occur for several reasons. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date may not be in the expected format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  Invalid Date Values: The date might be out of range (e.g., February 30th, April 31st) or not conforming to the calendar.
  Time Stamp Issues: The time stamp may be incorrectly formatted or contain invalid values (e.g., hours greater than 23 or minutes/seconds greater than 59).
  System Settings: The system's date and time settings may be misconfigured, leading to discrepancies.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to invalid dates or timestamps being inputted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Date and Time Format: Ensure that the date and time are in the correct format as expected by the SAP system. Refer to the documentation for the specific format required.
  Validate Date Values: Verify that the date values are valid and exist in the calendar. For example, ensure that February has no more than 29 days.
  Correct Time Stamp: Ensure that the time stamp is correctly formatted and that all components (hours, minutes, seconds) are within valid ranges.
  Review System Settings: Check the system settings for date and time formats. This can usually be found in the user profile settings or system configuration.
  Data Entry Review: If the date and time are being entered manually, review the input process to ensure that users are entering valid data.
  Debugging: If the error occurs during a specific transaction or program, consider debugging the code to identify where the invalid date or time is being generated.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the data structures or function modules involved in the error.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom code is involved, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might be manipulating date and time values.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module or transaction where the error occurs for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the BOR01004 error in your SAP system.