How To Fix OD477 - Error in FM DATE_COMPUTE_DAY.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OD - IS-Oil: TSW Traders' and Schedulers' Workbench messages

• Message number: 477

• Message text: Error in FM DATE_COMPUTE_DAY.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OD477 - Error in FM DATE_COMPUTE_DAY. ?

  The SAP error message OD477, which states "Error in FM DATE_COMPUTE_DAY," typically occurs when there is an issue with date calculations in the system. This error is often related to the function module DATE_COMPUTE_DAY, which is used to compute the day of the week for a given date or to perform other date-related calculations.
  Causes of OD477 Error
  
  
  Invalid Date Input: The most common cause is that the date being passed to the function module is invalid. This could be due to incorrect formatting or a date that does not exist (e.g., February 30).
  
  
  Date Range Issues: The function may be trying to compute a date that is outside the acceptable range for the system. For example, dates that are too far in the past or future may trigger this error.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or settings related to date handling, such as fiscal year settings or calendar settings.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: If the data type of the date variable does not match the expected type in the function module, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solutions to OD477 Error
  
  
  Check Date Values: Verify the date values being passed to the function module. Ensure that they are valid and correctly formatted. For example, ensure that the date is in the format YYYYMMDD.
  
  
  Review Date Logic: If the date is being calculated or derived from other values, review the logic to ensure that it does not produce invalid dates.
  
  
  System Settings: Check the system settings related to date handling. Ensure that the fiscal year and calendar settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the code where the function module is called to inspect the values being passed and identify the root cause of the error.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. Sometimes, there are known issues with specific versions of SAP that have been documented and resolved.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the DATE_COMPUTE_DAY function module to understand its parameters and expected input values.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Function Module Documentation: You can find detailed information about the DATE_COMPUTE_DAY function module in the SAP documentation or by using transaction SE37 to view its interface and description.
  
  
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they implemented.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE37 (Function Module), SE80 (Object Navigator), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to help diagnose and resolve the issue.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.