How To Fix CRM_IU_DIT101 - Check date/time values; valid format is yyyymmdd/hhmmss

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Check date/time values; valid format is yyyymmdd/hhmmss

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_IU_DIT101 - Check date/time values; valid format is yyyymmdd/hhmmss ?

  The SAP error message CRM_IU_DIT101 indicates that there is an issue with the date and time values being entered in a transaction or process within the SAP CRM system. The error message specifies that the valid format for date and time values is yyyymmdd/hhmmss, which means:
  
  yyyy = Year (4 digits)
  mm = Month (2 digits)
  dd = Day (2 digits)
  hh = Hour (2 digits, in 24-hour format)
  mm = Minutes (2 digits)
  ss = Seconds (2 digits)
  
  Cause
  The error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Format: The date and/or time values entered do not conform to the specified format.
  Invalid Values: The values provided for the date or time are not valid (e.g., February 30, or a time value like 25:00).
  Empty Fields: The date or time fields may be left empty, which is not acceptable.
  Localization Issues: If the system is set to a different locale, it may expect a different format.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Format: Ensure that the date and time values are entered in the correct format yyyymmdd/hhmmss. For example, for January 5, 2023, at 3:45:30 PM, you should enter 20230105/154530.
  
  
  Validate Values: Make sure that the values you are entering are valid. For example:
  
  Ensure that the month is between 01 and 12.
  Ensure that the day is valid for the given month (e.g., no February 30).
  Ensure that the hour is between 00 and 23, and minutes and seconds are between 00 and 59.
  
  
  
  Check for Empty Fields: Ensure that all required date and time fields are filled in.
  
  
  Use SAP Standard Date/Time Picker: If available, use the date/time picker provided by SAP to select the date and time, which can help avoid format issues.
  
  
  Review User Settings: Check if there are any user-specific settings that might affect date/time formats, especially if the system is used in multiple regions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the expected format or values, refer to the 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 patches related to date/time handling in your version of SAP CRM.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct input formats to minimize errors.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be worth checking the system configuration settings related to date and time formats.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CRM_IU_DIT101 error and successfully enter the required date and time values.