How To Fix FCOM_MONITOR749 - Invalid date: enter the date in the form &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_MONITOR - Messages for Variance Monitor

• Message number: 749

• Message text: Invalid date: enter the date in the form &1

INCLUDE DB749 OBJECT DOKU ID NA

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCOM_MONITOR749 - Invalid date: enter the date in the form &1 ?

  The SAP error message FCOM_MONITOR749 indicates that there is an issue with the date format being entered in a transaction or report. The message suggests that the date provided does not conform to the expected format, which is specified as "&1". This typically means that the date must be entered in a specific format, such as "YYYY-MM-DD" or "DD.MM.YYYY", depending on the system settings.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The user has entered a date that does not match the expected format.
  Localization Settings: The date format may vary based on the user's locale settings in SAP.
  Data Entry Error: A simple typographical error in the date entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date is entered in the correct format as specified in the error message. Refer to the format indicated by "&1".
  Use Date Picker: If available, use the date picker tool in the SAP GUI to select the date, which will automatically format it correctly.
  Review User Settings: Check your user profile settings to see if the date format can be adjusted to match your preferred format.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or report you are using to understand the expected date format.
  Test with Different Dates: Try entering different dates to see if the issue persists, which can help identify if the problem is with a specific date or the format itself.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Manual: Review the user manual or help documentation for the specific module or transaction you are working with.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP support team for further assistance.