How To Fix CRM_MKTPL_DEFAULTS012 - Invalid day of the week; use input help

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPL_DEFAULTS - Marketing Planner Defaults

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Invalid day of the week; use input help

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_DEFAULTS012 - Invalid day of the week; use input help ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_DEFAULTS012 indicates that there is an issue with the input for a day of the week in a marketing planning context. This error typically arises when the system expects a valid day of the week input, but the provided value is either invalid or not recognized.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The user may have entered a day of the week that is not recognized by the system (e.g., a number outside the range of 1-7 or a non-standard abbreviation).
  Incorrect Format: The input format may not match the expected format (e.g., using a full name instead of an abbreviation).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing valid inputs.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Input Help: The error message suggests using input help. In SAP, you can usually access input help by clicking on the field and pressing F4 or by clicking the input help icon. This will provide a list of valid entries for the day of the week.
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the value you are entering corresponds to the expected values. Typically, days of the week are represented as:
  
  1 = Sunday
  2 = Monday
  3 = Tuesday
  4 = Wednesday
  5 = Thursday
  6 = Friday
  7 = Saturday
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, check the configuration settings related to marketing planning in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings for days of the week are correctly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on valid inputs for the field in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Manual: Review the user manual or training materials for the specific SAP module you are working with to understand the expected input formats.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully input the correct day of the week in your SAP system.