Message type: E = Error
Message class: S5 - Confirmation dialog boxes
Message number: 011
Message text: Date & contains invalid characters
Only numeric characters are permitted for the date entry.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Correct the entry.
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S5011
- Date & contains invalid characters ?The SAP error message S5011, which states "Date & contains invalid characters," typically occurs when the system encounters a date input that does not conform to the expected format or contains characters that are not valid for date fields. This can happen in various transactions or programs where date inputs are required. Causes: Invalid Date Format: The date may be entered in a format that is not recognized by the system (e.g., using slashes instead of dashes, or using an incorrect order of day, month, and year). Non-Numeric Characters: The date field may contain letters or special characters that are not allowed (e.g., "12/31/2023" is valid, but "12/31/20XX" is not). Leading or Trailing Spaces: Extra spaces before or after the date can cause the system to misinterpret the input. Locale Settings: The date format may vary based on user locale settings, leading to mismatches if the input does not align with the expected format. Solutions: Check Date
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