How To Fix DB748 - Invalid date format; enter the date in the format &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB - Messages for logical databases and background processing

• Message number: 748

• Message text: Invalid date format; enter the date in the format &1

What causes this issue?

You entered a date in an invalid format. The format defined in your
user master record is "&V1&". You can omit the separator "&V2&" when
making entries.

System Response

Unable to continue processing.

How to fix this error?

Correct your input.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB748 - Invalid date format; enter the date in the format &1 ?

  The SAP error message DB748 indicates that there is an issue with the date format being used in a transaction or input field. This error typically arises when the date entered does not conform to the expected format defined in the system settings.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The date entered does not match the expected format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY, MM/DD/YYYY, etc.).
  The user may have entered an invalid date (e.g., February 30).
  The date format settings in the user profile or system configuration do not match the format being used.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DB748 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Expected Format: Look at the error message, which specifies the expected date format (e.g., "enter the date in the format DD/MM/YYYY"). Ensure that you are entering the date in this format.
  
  
  Correct the Date Entry: Re-enter the date in the correct format as specified in the error message. Make sure to use valid dates.
  
  
  User Profile Settings: Check your user profile settings to see if the date format is set correctly. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the user settings in SAP (usually found under "System" > "User Profile" > "Own Data").
  Look for the "Defaults" tab and check the "Date Format" setting.
  
  
  
  SAP System Settings: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the system-wide date format settings. This typically requires access to the SAP Basis team or system administrator.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct date format or how to change settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct date formats and data entry practices to minimize errors.
  Localization Settings: Be aware that date formats can vary by region, so ensure that the system is configured to match the local conventions of the users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DB748 error and successfully enter the date in the required format.