How To Fix RSDS017 - &1 is not a date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 017

• Message text: &1 is not a date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS017 - &1 is not a date ?

  The SAP error message RSDS017 indicates that a value that is expected to be a date is not in the correct date format. This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction or reporting, particularly when working with data sources that require date fields.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The value being processed is not in a recognized date format. This could be due to:
  
  The date being entered as a string that does not conform to the expected format (e.g., "MM/DD/YYYY" vs. "YYYY-MM-DD").
  The date field being empty or null.
  The date being entered in a locale-specific format that does not match the system's expected format.
  
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The field in the database or data source is defined as a date, but the incoming data is of a different type (e.g., a string or integer).
  
  
  Data Source Issues: If the data is being pulled from an external source, there may be issues with how the data is formatted or exported.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date values being processed are in the correct format. You can do this by:
  
  Verifying the expected date format in the SAP system.
  Converting the date values to the correct format before processing.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks to ensure that the data being processed is valid and conforms to the expected types. This can include:
  
  Checking for null or empty values.
  Using conversion functions to convert strings to date types where necessary.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Source: If the data is coming from an external source, ensure that the data is being exported in the correct format. You may need to adjust the export settings or transform the data before it is imported into SAP.
  
  
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider debugging the data flow to identify where the incorrect value is being introduced. This may involve checking the data extraction logic or reviewing the data source configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for more details on date formats and data types.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the definitions of the fields involved.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the error and ensuring that date values are correctly formatted and validated, you should be able to resolve the RSDS017 error.