How To Fix /CFG/MIGRATION194 - Invalid date format &1 failed during ext2int

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/MIGRATION -

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Invalid date format &1 failed during ext2int

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/MIGRATION194 - Invalid date format &1 failed during ext2int ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/MIGRATION194 Invalid date format &1 failed during ext2int typically occurs during the migration process from an external system to an internal SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue with the date format of the data being processed, which does not conform to the expected format in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date being imported or processed does not match the expected format defined in the SAP system. For example, if the SAP system expects dates in the format YYYY-MM-DD and the incoming data is in DD/MM/YYYY, this error will occur.
  Data Source Issues: The external system may have different date formats or may not have properly formatted dates.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system regarding date formats may not align with the incoming data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Format: Review the date format of the data being imported. Ensure that it matches the expected format in SAP. You may need to convert the date format in the source data before migration.
  Data Cleansing: If the data is coming from an external source, perform data cleansing to ensure that all date fields are correctly formatted.
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, adjust the configuration settings in SAP to accept the date format being used. This may involve changing the date format settings in the user profile or system settings.
  Use Migration Tools: If you are using a migration tool, check its documentation for any specific requirements regarding date formats and ensure that the tool is configured correctly.
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, perform a test migration with a small dataset to ensure that the issue is resolved before proceeding with the full migration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to migration and date format issues. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific migration process you are using (e.g., SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit, Data Migration Tools) for any guidelines on date formats.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or SAP support channels for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By addressing the date format issue and ensuring that all data conforms to the expected standards, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully complete the migration process.