How To Fix CRM_IU_DIT004 - Specify a start date and start time

CRM_IU_DIT004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_IU_DIT - Message class for Data Import Tool - Framework - UI Part

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Specify a start date and start time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_IU_DIT004 - Specify a start date and start time ?

  The SAP error message CRM_IU_DIT004 indicates that a start date and start time must be specified for a particular operation or transaction in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to create or modify an item, activity, or event that requires a defined start date and time, but these fields are left blank or not properly filled.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The most common cause is that the user has not entered a start date and/or start time in the relevant fields.
  Field Configuration: The fields for start date and start time may be configured as mandatory in the system settings, and if they are not filled, the system will throw this error.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a data entry error where the date and time are incorrectly formatted or not recognized by the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Start Date and Time: Ensure that you fill in the