How To Fix /PM0/APP_FBSI_MSG008 - Error in derivation of durations: Start date is not a valid date

/PM0/APP_FBSI_MSG008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/APP_FBSI_MSG -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Error in derivation of durations: Start date is not a valid date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/APP_FBSI_MSG008 - Error in derivation of durations: Start date is not a valid date ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/APP_FBSI_MSG008 indicates that there is an issue with the derivation of durations in a process, specifically that the start date provided is not recognized as a valid date. This error typically occurs in the context of project management or planning within SAP, particularly when dealing with scheduling or resource allocation.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Date Format: The date may not be in the expected format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  Null or Empty Date: The start date field may be empty or null, leading to the error.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The date may have been entered incorrectly, such as using a future date that is not allowed or a date that does not exist (e.g., February 30).
  System Settings: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict certain date ranges or formats.
  Data Type Mismatch: The field may be expecting a date type, but the input is in a different format (e.g.,