How To Fix RSDHA488 - End date '&1' is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDHA - HANA Analysis in BW

• Message number: 488

• Message text: End date '&1' is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDHA488 - End date '&1' is not valid ?

  The SAP error message RSDHA488, which states "End date '&1' is not valid," typically occurs in the context of data extraction or reporting in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error indicates that the end date specified in a query or data extraction process is not valid, which can be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The end date may not be in the expected format (e.g., YYYY-MM-DD).
  Date Out of Range: The end date might be outside the permissible range defined in the system or the data source.
  Missing Data: The data for the specified end date may not exist in the InfoProvider or data source.
  Time Period Configuration: The time period settings in the InfoObject or InfoProvider may not allow for the specified end date.
  Data Locking: The data for the specified end date might be locked or not yet available for reporting.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the end date is entered in the correct format as expected by the system.
  Validate Date Range: Verify that the end date falls within the valid range of dates for the data source or InfoProvider.
  Review Data Availability: Check if data exists for the specified end date in the InfoProvider. You can do this by running a query or checking the data in the relevant InfoObject.
  Adjust Time Period Settings: If applicable, review the time period settings in the InfoObject or InfoProvider to ensure that the end date is allowed.
  Check for Data Locks: Investigate if there are any data locks or if the data load process is still ongoing, which might prevent access to the data for the specified end date.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the InfoProvider or query being used.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoProviders and data models.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.