How To Fix MM_PUR_SES_UPL024 - Enter a date in the valid format in cell &1&2 of sheet &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SES_UPL - SES Upload via Excel

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Enter a date in the valid format in cell &1&2 of sheet &3

What causes this issue?

You have entered a date in an invalid format that is not recognized by
MS Excel.

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?

Please check the local date format that is required in the settings of
your MS Excel program. Go to the date field in your Excel file -> Click
on the right with the mouse -> check "Format Cells".

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SES_UPL024 - Enter a date in the valid format in cell &1&2 of sheet &3 ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SES_UPL024 indicates that there is an issue with the date format in a specific cell of an Excel sheet that is being uploaded into the SAP system. This error typically occurs during the upload of data related to purchasing or materials management, where a date field is expected to be in a specific format.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following:
  
  Invalid Date Format: The date entered in the specified cell does not match the expected format defined in the SAP system. Common formats include DD.MM.YYYY, YYYY-MM-DD, or others depending on the system settings.
  Empty Cell: The cell may be empty or contain non-date values (e.g., text).
  Regional Settings: The regional settings of the Excel file may differ from those expected by SAP, leading to misinterpretation of the date format.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Date Format:
  
  Ensure that the date in the specified cell (as indicated by &1&2 in the error message) is in the correct format. Refer to the SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for the expected date format.
  
  
  
  Correct the Date:
  
  If the date is incorrect, modify it to match the required format. For example, if the expected format is DD.MM.YYYY, ensure that the date is entered as 31.12.2023 for December 31, 2023.
  
  
  
  Remove Non-Date Values:
  
  Ensure that the cell does not contain any text or symbols that are not part of a valid date.
  
  
  
  Check for Empty Cells:
  
  If the date is mandatory, make sure the cell is not empty.
  
  
  
  Regional Settings:
  
  Check the regional settings of your Excel application. Ensure that they align with the date format expected by SAP. You can adjust the regional settings in Excel under File > Options > Language.
  
  
  
  Re-upload the File:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, save the Excel file and attempt to upload it again to SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or your organization's SAP documentation for specific guidelines on data uploads and the expected formats for various fields.
  Excel Date Formatting: You can format cells in Excel by right-clicking on the cell, selecting Format Cells, and then choosing Date to set the appropriate format.
  Error Logs: If the error persists, check the error logs in SAP for additional details that may help identify the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM_PUR_SES_UPL024 error and successfully upload your data into SAP.