How To Fix RDSV_SD_XX819 - Reference date &1 must be in format MM.YYYY-MM.YYYY

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDSV_SD_XX - Regulatory Document and Signature Validation in SD

• Message number: 819

• Message text: Reference date &1 must be in format MM.YYYY-MM.YYYY

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDSV_SD_XX819 - Reference date &1 must be in format MM.YYYY-MM.YYYY ?

  The SAP error message RDSV_SD_XX819 indicates that there is an issue with the format of the reference date provided in a specific transaction or report. The error message specifies that the reference date must be in the format MM.YYYY-MM.YYYY, which means it expects a range of months and years.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  The input for the reference date does not conform to the required format.
  The date range provided is invalid or incorrectly structured.
  There may be leading or trailing spaces or incorrect delimiters in the input.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Input Format: Ensure that the reference date is entered in the correct format, which is MM.YYYY-MM.YYYY. For example, if you want to specify the period from January 2023 to March 2023, you should enter it as 01.2023-03.2023.
  
  
  Validate the Date Range: Make sure that the start month and year are earlier than or equal to the end month and year. For example, 01.2023-03.2023 is valid, but 03.2023-01.2023 is not.
  
  
  Remove Extra Spaces: Check for any leading or trailing spaces in the input field that might cause the format to be invalid.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the expected input, refer to the relevant SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction or report you are working with.
  
  
  Test with Different Values: If the issue persists, try entering different valid date ranges to see if the error is consistent or if it only occurs with specific values.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Identify the specific transaction code or report where this error occurs to narrow down the context.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the data or reports you are trying to work with, as sometimes access issues can lead to unexpected errors.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.