How To Fix PSSC_TOOLS065 - Internal to external date format conversion of date &1 not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_TOOLS - Message Class for Periods & Due Date Tools

• Message number: 065

• Message text: Internal to external date format conversion of date &1 not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSSC_TOOLS065 - Internal to external date format conversion of date &1 not possible ?

  The SAP error message PSSC_TOOLS065 indicates that there is an issue with converting a date from an internal format to an external format. This typically occurs when the date value being processed does not conform to the expected format or is invalid in some way.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Format: The date being processed may not be in a valid format that SAP can recognize or convert.
  Incorrect Date Value: The date value might be out of range (e.g., a date that does not exist, such as February 30).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the date format settings in the user profile or system settings.
  Data Type Mismatch: The field where the date is being stored or processed may not be of the correct data type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date is in the correct format expected by SAP. The standard format is usually YYYYMMDD.
  Validate Date Values: Check the specific date value that is causing the error. Make sure it is a valid date and falls within acceptable ranges.
  User Profile Settings: Review the date format settings in the user profile. You can do this by navigating to the user settings in SAP and checking the date format configuration.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the program or function module that is generating the error to identify the exact point of failure.
  Data Type Check: Ensure that the field where the date is being processed is of the correct data type (e.g., it should be a date type field).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to date handling and conversion for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to date conversion errors.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the tables involved and ensure that the date fields are correctly defined.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If the error occurs in a custom program, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting date handling.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.