How To Fix CDESK_MESSAGES045 - No date entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CDESK_MESSAGES - Messages in CAD Desktop Environment

• Message number: 045

• Message text: No date entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CDESK_MESSAGES045 - No date entered ?

  The SAP error message CDESK_MESSAGES045 with the description "No date entered" typically occurs in the context of SAP Customer Service (CS) or SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) modules when a required date field is left blank during data entry or processing.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system expects a date input (such as a start date, end date, or any other relevant date) but finds that the field is empty. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Creating or updating a service order, maintenance order, or notification.
  Entering data in a transaction that requires date fields to be filled.
  Missing date entries in custom transactions or reports.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check Required Fields: Ensure that all mandatory date fields are filled in the transaction or screen you are working on. Look for fields that are marked with an asterisk (*) or are highlighted in some way.
  
  
  Input Valid Dates: Enter valid dates in the required fields. Make sure the format of the date is correct as per your system's settings (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY).
  
  
  Review Customizations: If you are using a customized transaction or report, check with your SAP development team to ensure that all necessary fields are correctly defined and that there are no issues with the custom code.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction you are using to understand the required fields and their formats.
  
  
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing additional training to users on the importance of filling in all required fields.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program flow to identify where the date field is being checked and why it is not being populated.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes related to service orders, maintenance orders, or notifications (e.g., IW31, IW32, IW21).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you are using user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs), ensure that they are not inadvertently clearing or skipping the date fields.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP support team for further assistance.