How To Fix RSAR_FILE018 - Invalid date &1 in file &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR_FILE - Messages: File and Currency Upload

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Invalid date &1 in file &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR_FILE018 - Invalid date &1 in file &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSAR_FILE018 indicates that there is an issue with the date format in a file being processed by the SAP system. Specifically, the error message states that there is an "Invalid date" in the specified file. This typically occurs during data extraction or loading processes, particularly when dealing with data files that contain date fields.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date in the file does not match the expected format defined in the SAP system. For example, if the system expects dates in the format YYYY-MM-DD but the file contains dates in DD/MM/YYYY, this error will occur.
  Invalid Date Values: The date values themselves may be invalid (e.g., February 30th, April 31st).
  Locale Mismatch: The date format may be correct, but there could be a mismatch between the locale settings of the file and the SAP system.
  File Corruption: The file may be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to misinterpretation of the date fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Format: Verify that the date format in the file matches the expected format in the SAP system. You may need to adjust the file or the system settings accordingly.
  Validate Date Values: Ensure that all date values in the file are valid. Correct any invalid dates before reprocessing the file.
  Adjust Locale Settings: If applicable, check the locale settings in both the file and the SAP system to ensure they are compatible.
  Recreate the File: If the file is suspected to be corrupted, try recreating it from the source system or exporting it again.
  Use Data Transformation Tools: If the file is being processed through a data transformation tool (like SAP Data Services), ensure that the transformation rules for date fields are correctly defined.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific SAP module you are working with (e.g., SAP BW, SAP HANA) to understand the expected formats and configurations.
  Testing: After making changes, test the file processing in a development or test environment before moving to production to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSAR_FILE018 error in your SAP system.