How To Fix /OSP/MSG048 - Invalid start date

/OSP/MSG048 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /OSP/MSG -

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Invalid start date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /OSP/MSG048 - Invalid start date ?

  The SAP error message /OSP/MSG048 Invalid start date typically indicates that there is an issue with the date format or the date value being used in a transaction or process within the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when creating or modifying records that require a valid date input.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date may not be in the expected format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  Invalid Date Value: The date provided may not be a valid calendar date (e.g., February 30).
  Date Outside Allowed Range: The date may fall outside the permissible range defined in the system settings (e.g., dates in the past or future that are not allowed).
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict certain date ranges or formats.
  User Input Error: The user may have mistakenly entered the wrong date.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date is entered in the correct