How To Fix FT073 - Enter a day between 01 and 30/31

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FT - FI Table Maintenance Error Messages

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Enter a day between 01 and 30/31

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FT073 - Enter a day between 01 and 30/31 ?

  The SAP error message FT073 ("Enter a day between 01 and 30/31") typically occurs when a user is trying to enter a date in a field that expects a day value, but the input is either invalid or out of the acceptable range. This error is common in scenarios where date fields are involved, such as in transaction entries, report generation, or data uploads.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Day Input: The user may have entered a day that is not valid for the specified month (e.g., entering "32" for a month that only has 31 days).
  Incorrect Date Format: The date format may not match the expected format in the SAP system, leading to misinterpretation of the input.
  Leap Year Consideration: If February is involved, entering "29" on a non-leap year will trigger this error.
  Field Configuration: The field may have specific validation rules that restrict the range of acceptable day values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Day Value: Ensure that the day entered is within the valid range for the month. For example:
  
  January, March, May, July, August, October, December: 1-31
  April, June, September, November: 1-30
  February: 1-28 (or 1-29 in a leap year)
  
  
  
  Verify Date Format: Make sure that the date is entered in the correct format as expected by the SAP system (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY depending on the configuration).
  
  
  Use the Calendar Picker: If available, use the calendar picker tool in the SAP interface to select the date, which can help avoid manual entry errors.
  
  
  Check for Leap Year: If entering a date in February, confirm whether the year is a leap year if you are entering "29".
  
  
  Field Settings: If you have access, check the field settings in the configuration to ensure that there are no additional constraints or validations that might be causing the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation or help resources for more details on date handling and validation rules.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct date entry formats and the implications of leap years.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be worth consulting with your SAP administrator or support team to check for any system-specific configurations that could be affecting date entry.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FT073 error and successfully enter the required date.