How To Fix R11246 - Conversion error; the date is invalid

R11246 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R11 - Business Partner and BDT

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Conversion error; the date is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R11246 - Conversion error; the date is invalid ?

  The SAP error message R11246, which states "Conversion error; the date is invalid," typically occurs when there is an issue with date formatting or when an invalid date is being processed in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during data entry, data import, or when executing certain transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Date Format: The date may not be in the expected format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  Out-of-Range Dates: The date provided may be outside the acceptable range (e.g., a date in the future or a date that is too far in the past).
  Incorrect Data Type: The field expecting a date might be receiving a string or numeric value instead.
  Localization Issues: Different locales may have different date formats, leading to confusion.
  System Settings: The system's date settings or user profile settings may not align with the date format being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date is entered in the correct