How To Fix RSBCTMESSAGE006 - Date format in user master record cannot be interpreted

RSBCTMESSAGE006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBCTMESSAGE - Messages for Content, General

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Date format in user master record cannot be interpreted

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBCTMESSAGE006 - Date format in user master record cannot be interpreted ?

  The SAP error message RSBCTMESSAGE006 indicates that there is an issue with the date format in the user master record. This error typically arises when the system is unable to interpret the date format specified for a user, which can lead to problems in processing data related to that user.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date format in the user master record may not match the expected format defined in the system settings. This can happen if the user’s date format is set to a format that is not recognized by the system.
  Regional Settings: The regional settings of the user profile may not align with the date format being used. For example, if the system expects a date in the format DD/MM/YYYY but the user has it set to MM/DD/YYYY, this can lead to the error.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when creating or updating the user master record can also lead