How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RD065 - Format for field UPDATE_DATE is wrong

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RD -

• Message number: 065

• Message text: Format for field UPDATE_DATE is wrong

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RD065 - Format for field UPDATE_DATE is wrong ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RD065 indicating that the "Format for field UPDATE_DATE is wrong" typically arises when there is an issue with the date format being used in a specific field, often during data entry or data processing in a report or transaction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date being entered or processed does not match the expected format defined in the system settings. For example, if the system expects a date in the format YYYY-MM-DD and the input is in DD/MM/YYYY, this error may occur.
  Locale Settings: The user’s locale settings may not match the expected date format. Different regions have different date formats, and if the system is set to expect one format while the user is inputting another, it can lead to this error.
  Data Type Mismatch: The field may be defined as a date type in the database, but the input being provided is not recognized as a valid date.
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