How To Fix KB449 - Date (in FROM field) has an invalid format

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KB - Controlling: Reporting

• Message number: 449

• Message text: Date (in FROM field) has an invalid format

What causes this issue?

You entered the date in a format that the SAP System cannot process.

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 in a correct format. Use the format in the list as a
reference.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KB449 - Date (in FROM field) has an invalid format ?

  The SAP error message "KB449 Date (in FROM field) has an invalid 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 inputs are required.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date entered does not conform to the expected format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY, MM/DD/YYYY, etc.).
  User Profile Settings: The date format settings in the user profile may differ from the format expected by the transaction.
  Localization Settings: The system may be configured for a specific locale that expects a certain date format.
  Input Method: If the date is being entered manually, it may be mistyped or formatted incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date you are entering matches the expected format. You can usually find the expected format in the field description or documentation.
  User Profile Settings: 
  Go to the user settings in SAP (transaction code