How To Fix IF135 - Date incomplete. Complete the date or remove it altogether

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IF - Messages re interest accounting in PS/CO/IM

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Date incomplete. Complete the date or remove it altogether

What causes this issue?

The start/finish date specifications for the interest run are
incomplete.

System Response

INCLUDE NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Specify a period and a fiscal year.
&ADDITIONAL_HINTS&
By specifying a data, you are restricting the period for which planned
interest is calculated, thereby improving interest run performance.
The date is not a required entry for the planned interest run.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IF135 - Date incomplete. Complete the date or remove it altogether ?

  The SAP error message IF135, which states "Date incomplete. Complete the date or remove it altogether," typically occurs when a date field in a transaction or data entry is not fully populated. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating or updating records in modules like Sales and Distribution (SD), Materials Management (MM), or others.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Date Entry: The date field may be missing one or more components (e.g., day, month, year).
  Incorrect Format: The date may not be in the expected format, leading to SAP not recognizing it as a valid date.
  Field Configuration: The field may be configured to require a complete date, and if it is not provided, the system will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Complete the Date: Ensure that all components of the date are filled in correctly. For example, if the date format is DD/MM/YYYY, make sure you have all three parts filled in.
  Remove the Date: If the date is not necessary for the transaction or record you are working on, you can remove it altogether.
  Check Field Settings: If you are consistently encountering this error, check the field settings in the relevant transaction or configuration to see if the date is mandatory and if it can be made optional.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the specific module documentation or help files for guidance on the required date formats and fields.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes depending on the context (e.g., VA01 for sales orders, ME21N for purchase orders).
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to enter or modify the date fields.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Testing: If you are a developer or have access to a test environment, try replicating the issue with different date inputs to understand the exact cause.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.