How To Fix RA128 - Conversion of date entries failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RA - Monitoring structure dialog message

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Conversion of date entries failed

What causes this issue?

Internal error in the monitoring architecture.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Contact SAP AG.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RA128 - Conversion of date entries failed ?

  The SAP error message RA128, which states "Conversion of date entries failed," typically occurs during processes that involve date conversions, such as during the posting of documents, data uploads, or when executing certain reports. This error indicates that the system encountered an issue while trying to convert a date from one format to another, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes of RA128 Error
  
  
  Invalid Date Format: The date being processed may not be in a valid format that SAP recognizes. This can happen if the date is entered in a non-standard format or if it contains invalid characters.
  
  
  Incorrect Date Values: The date may be out of range (e.g., a date that does not exist, such as February 30) or may not conform to the expected values (e.g., a year that is too far in the past or future).
  
  
  System Settings: The date format settings in the user profile or in the system configuration may not match the format of the date being processed.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: If the date is being pulled from a database or an external file, there may be a mismatch in the expected data type.
  
  
  Localization Issues: Different countries have different date formats (e.g., MM/DD/YYYY vs. DD/MM/YYYY). If the system is set to expect one format but receives another, it can lead to conversion errors.
  
  
  Solutions to RA128 Error
  
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date is entered in the correct format as per the system's configuration. You can check the date format settings in your user profile (transaction code SU01) or in the system settings.
  
  
  Validate Date Values: Verify that the date values being processed are valid and within acceptable ranges. Ensure that there are no typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Adjust User Profile Settings: If the issue is related to user-specific settings, you can adjust the date format in your user profile settings.
  
  
  Review Data Sources: If the date is being imported from an external source (like a file upload), check the source data for any inconsistencies or formatting issues.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with to see if there are known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may have additional insights or patches available.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the RA128 error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Module), or ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RA128 error effectively.