How To Fix RSR_EXCEL_RUNTIME_DE013 - Incorrect date format for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSR_EXCEL_RUNTIME_DE - Messages for BEx Analyzer with Original Language German

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Incorrect date format for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSR_EXCEL_RUNTIME_DE013 - Incorrect date format for &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSR_EXCEL_RUNTIME_DE013 indicates that there is an issue with the date format in an Excel file that is being processed by SAP. This error typically occurs when the date format in the Excel file does not match the expected format defined in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date in the Excel file may be in a format that SAP does not recognize. For example, if the date is in a text format or in a format that is not compatible with the SAP system's date settings.
  Regional Settings: The regional settings of the Excel file may differ from those of the SAP system, leading to discrepancies in date interpretation.
  Data Type Mismatch: The column in Excel may be formatted as text instead of a date, causing SAP to misinterpret the data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the dates in the Excel file are in a format that SAP can recognize. Common formats include:
  
  DD/MM/YYYY
  MM/DD/YYYY
  YYYY-MM-DD
  
  You can adjust the format in Excel by selecting the cells, right-clicking, choosing "Format Cells," and then selecting the appropriate date format.
  
  
  Convert Text to Date: If the dates are stored as text, you can convert them to date format in Excel. You can use the DATEVALUE function or reformat the cells to ensure they are recognized as dates.
  
  
  Regional Settings: Check the regional settings in both Excel and SAP. Make sure they are aligned. You can change the regional settings in Excel under "File" > "Options" > "Language."
  
  
  Data Validation: Before uploading the Excel file to SAP, validate the data to ensure that all dates are correctly formatted and recognized as dates.
  
  
  Use SAP Tools: If you are using SAP BW or similar tools, consider using the built-in data upload tools that may have better handling for date formats.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling date formats.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected date formats and any configuration settings that may affect date handling.
  Excel Functions: Familiarize yourself with Excel functions that can help manipulate and format dates, such as TEXT, DATE, and DATEVALUE.
  
  By ensuring that the date formats in your Excel file are compatible with SAP's expectations, you should be able to resolve the RSR_EXCEL_RUNTIME_DE013 error.