How To Fix HRGB_TPS017 - TPS Error; T5GPBS_ALL constant &1 must be format DD.MM.YYYY (Keys &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRGB_TPS - Teacher's Pension Scheme

• Message number: 017

• Message text: TPS Error; T5GPBS_ALL constant &1 must be format DD.MM.YYYY (Keys &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRGB_TPS017 - TPS Error; T5GPBS_ALL constant &1 must be format DD.MM.YYYY (Keys &2) ?

  The SAP error message HRGB_TPS017 indicates that there is an issue with the date format in a specific field related to the HR module, particularly in the context of the T5GPBS_ALL table. This error typically arises when the date entered does not conform to the expected format of DD.MM.YYYY.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The most common cause of this error is that the date value being entered or processed does not match the required format (DD.MM.YYYY). This could happen if the date is entered in a different format (e.g., MM/DD/YYYY or YYYY-MM-DD).
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently enter invalid dates or use separators that are not recognized by the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are expecting a specific date format, and if the input does not match, the error will occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that all date entries are in the correct format (DD.MM.YYYY). This includes checking for leading zeros in days and months (e.g., 01.01.2023 instead of 1.1.2023).
  Validation: Implement validation checks in the input forms to ensure that users can only enter dates in the correct format.
  Review Data: If the error is occurring during data processing (e.g., batch jobs), review the data being processed to ensure that all date fields conform to the expected format.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to date formats. Ensure that they are set correctly according to the organization's requirements.
  Error Handling: If this error is part of a larger process, consider implementing error handling to catch and log these errors for further analysis.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific HR module or transaction you are working with to understand the expected formats and any additional requirements.
  User Training: Provide training for users on how to enter dates correctly in the system to minimize the occurrence of this error.
  
  By addressing the date format and ensuring that all entries conform to the expected standards, you should be able to resolve the HRGB_TPS017 error effectively.