How To Fix /IAM/OBJECT223 - &1: Invalid date or time (&2/ &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/OBJECT -

• Message number: 223

• Message text: &1: Invalid date or time (&2/ &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT223 - &1: Invalid date or time (&2/ &3) ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT223 &1: Invalid date or time (&2/ &3) typically indicates that there is an issue with the date or time format being used in a transaction or process. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when entering dates in a specific format or when the system is trying to interpret a date or time value that does not conform to expected standards.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date or time entered does not match the expected format defined in the system settings (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  Invalid Date Values: The date or time values provided are not valid (e.g., February 30, April 31).
  System Settings: The user’s profile or the system settings may have a different date format than what is being used in the transaction.
  Data Entry Errors: Typographical errors during data entry can lead to invalid date or time values.
  Time Zone Issues: If the system is configured to handle multiple time zones, discrepancies may arise if the time zone is not correctly set.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date or time is entered in the correct format as per the system's configuration. You can check the format in the user settings or system configuration.
  Validate Date Values: Make sure that the date or time values are valid. For example, check that the day does not exceed the number of days in the month.
  User Profile Settings: Review the user profile settings to ensure that the date format aligns with what is expected in the transaction.
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the input for any typographical errors and correct them.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on date and time formats relevant to your version of SAP.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to review system settings related to date and time handling.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may want to look into specific transaction codes that are relevant to the process you are working on.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other user forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further investigation.