How To Fix FB080 - &: Error when converting date

FB080 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 080

• Message text: &: Error when converting date

Self-Explanatory Message

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FB080 - Details

• The SAP error message FB080, which states "Error when converting date," typically occurs when there is an issue with date formats or invalid date entries in the system. This error can arise in various transactions, particularly in financial postings or when dealing with date fields in SAP.
  Causes of FB080 Error
  
  Invalid Date Format: The date entered may not conform to the expected format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  Out of Range Dates: The date may be outside the acceptable range defined in the system settings (e.g., before the system's start date or after the end date).
  Incorrect Data Entry: Typographical errors in the date field can lead to this error.
  System Settings: The date format settings in the user profile or system configuration may not match the format of the date being entered.
  Localization Issues: Different countries have different date formats, and if the system is set to a specific locale, it may not accept dates