How To Fix CRM_PS_4S_BRFP324 - Invalid return value for date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_PS_4S_BRFP - Message Class for Social Services BRF+ integration

• Message number: 324

• Message text: Invalid return value for date

What causes this issue?

The return value you used is not correct.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

For this activity you can only use element types of the type <LS>time
point</> as a time stamp that comprise the following element attribute:
4
Universal Time Coordinated (UTC) - Timestamp

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_PS_4S_BRFP324 - Invalid return value for date ?

  The SAP error message CRM_PS_4S_BRFP324: Invalid return value for date typically occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when there is an issue with date handling in a program or function module. This error can arise due to various reasons, including incorrect date formats, invalid date values, or issues with the underlying data.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Date Format: The date being processed may not be in the expected format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  Out-of-Range Dates: The date provided may be outside the acceptable range (e.g., before the system's minimum date or after the maximum date).
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the expected data type for the date field and the actual data being passed.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements, there may be bugs or logic errors in the code that handles date values.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the CRM system could lead to improper date handling.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date being passed is in the correct format expected by the system. You can use transaction codes like SE11 to check the data element definitions.
  Validate Date Values: Verify that the date values being processed are valid and within the acceptable range. You can use transaction SE37 to test function modules that handle dates.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, use the debugger to trace the execution and identify where the invalid date is being generated or processed.
  Review Custom Code: If the error is occurring in custom developments, review the code for any logic that may lead to invalid date values.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the CRM system to ensure that they are set up correctly for date handling.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Module), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for debugging and checking the relevant objects.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for CRM and date handling to understand the expected formats and constraints.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.