How To Fix /PF1/MSG_IPM_E125 - Conversion error: Invalid day specification: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_IPM_E -

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Conversion error: Invalid day specification: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_IPM_E125 - Conversion error: Invalid day specification: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_IPM_E125 Conversion error: Invalid day specification: &1 typically indicates that there is an issue with date conversion in the SAP system. This error often arises when the system encounters an invalid day value in a date format, which can happen due to various reasons such as incorrect data input, formatting issues, or inconsistencies in date handling.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Date Input: The day specified in the date is not valid (e.g., February 30, April 31).
  Incorrect Date Format: The date might be in a format that the system does not recognize or cannot convert properly.
  Data Type Mismatch: The field expecting a date might be receiving a string or another data type that cannot be converted to a date.
  Localization Issues: Different date formats based on regional settings might lead to conversion errors.
  Data Corruption: There might be corrupted data in the database that is causing the conversion to fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Data: Verify the date values being processed. Ensure that all dates are valid and conform to the expected format.
  Correct Date Format: Ensure that the date is in the correct format as expected by the SAP system (e.g., YYYY-MM-DD).
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in the application to catch invalid dates before they are processed.
  Review Configuration: Check the system settings for date formats and localization settings to ensure they are correctly configured.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to identify where the invalid date is being generated or processed.
  Data Cleanup: If the error is due to corrupted data, consider running data cleanup or correction programs to fix the invalid entries.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to date handling in your specific version of SAP.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific module or function you are working with to understand the expected date formats and handling.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar cases encountered by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.