How To Fix RP173 - Enter valid year


RP173 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

  • Message number: 173

  • Message text: Enter valid year

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  • What causes this issue?

    A valid date is four places long and greater than 1900.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP173 - Enter valid year ?
    The SAP error message RP173 "Enter valid year" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when dealing with personnel administration data. This error indicates that the year entered in a specific field is not valid or is outside the acceptable range defined in the system.
    Causes:
    
    Invalid Year Input: The year entered may be incorrect, such as a typo or an out-of-range value (e.g., a year that is too far in the past or future).
    
    Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured to accept certain years due to settings in the payroll or personnel administration modules. Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently enter a year that does not conform to the expected format or range. System Limitations: Some versions of SAP may have limitations on the years that can be processed, especially in older systems. Solutions: Check Input: Verify that the year entered is correct and within the acceptable range. Ensure that it is

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