How To Fix /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI824 - Start date: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI -

• Message number: 824

• Message text: Start date: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI824 - Start date: & ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI824 Start date: & typically indicates an issue related to the logging of messages in the SAP GUI, particularly when it comes to the start date of a process or transaction. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the execution of a report, transaction, or when accessing certain functionalities within the SAP system.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Invalid Date Format: The start date provided may not be in the correct format or may be invalid.
  Missing Data: The system may be expecting a start date that has not been provided or is missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or transaction related to the start date.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that affect how dates are handled or displayed.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the application server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the start date is entered in the correct format as expected by the SAP system (e.g., DD.MM.YYYY).
  Provide Missing Data: If the start date is required, make sure to fill in the necessary fields before executing the transaction or report.
  Review Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action related to the start date.
  Consult Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that date handling is set up correctly.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or technical support for further investigation. They can check for any underlying issues in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to message logging and error handling, such as SLG1 (Application Log) to view logs and errors.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report you are working with for additional context on date handling.
  
  If you continue to experience issues, providing more context about the specific transaction or process you are working with may help in diagnosing the problem further.