How To Fix HRPADJP_INDNR028 - Incorrect date length; it should be 10

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADJP_INDNR - Message Class for Individual Numbers

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Incorrect date length; it should be 10

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADJP_INDNR028 - Incorrect date length; it should be 10 ?

  The SAP error message HRPADJP_INDNR028 indicates that there is an issue with the date format in the data being processed. Specifically, the error states that the date length is incorrect and should be 10 characters long. This typically means that the date is not formatted correctly according to the expected format (usually YYYY-MM-DD).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date provided in the input data does not conform to the expected format. For example, it might be in a different format like DD/MM/YYYY or MM-DD-YYYY, or it might be missing some characters.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a typo or an accidental omission in the date field.
  Data Source Issue: If the data is being imported from an external source, the source data might not be formatted correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date Format: Ensure that all date fields in the input data are formatted as YYYY-MM-DD. For example, if the date is supposed to be 2023-10-01, make sure it is not entered as 01/10/2023 or 10-01-2023.
  Validate Input Data: Review the data being processed to identify any entries that do not conform to the expected date format. Correct any discrepancies.
  Use Date Conversion Functions: If you are importing data from an external system, consider using date conversion functions to ensure that the dates are formatted correctly before they are processed by SAP.
  Test with Sample Data: If you are unsure about the format, create a small sample dataset with correctly formatted dates and test it to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for details on date formats and data import requirements.
  Transaction Codes: If you are using specific transaction codes for data import (like PA30 for HR master data), check the field definitions and requirements for date fields.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the data flow to see where the incorrect date is being introduced.
  
  By ensuring that the date fields are correctly formatted and validating the input data, you should be able to resolve the HRPADJP_INDNR028 error.