How To Fix GU406 - Enter date in a different format

GU406 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Enter date in a different format

What causes this issue?

The date entered does not correspond with the format defined in the user
master record.

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?

Enter the date again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU406 - Enter date in a different format ?

  The SAP error message GU406, which states "Enter date in a different format," typically occurs when the date format entered in a field does not match the expected format defined in the system settings. This can happen in various transactions or reports where date input is required.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The user may have entered the date in a format that is not recognized by the system. For example, if the system expects a date in the format DD/MM/YYYY and the user enters it as MM/DD/YYYY, this error will occur.
  User Profile Settings: The date format may be set differently in the user profile settings compared to what is expected in the transaction.
  Regional Settings: The SAP system may be configured to use a specific date format based on regional settings, which may not align with the user's input.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date is entered in the correct format as specified