How To Fix SALV_X_API045 - Illegal date value: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_X_API - Messages for ALV API exceptions

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Illegal date value: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_X_API045 - Illegal date value: & ?

  The SAP error message SALV_X_API045 Illegal date value: & typically indicates that there is an issue with a date value being processed in an ALV (ABAP List Viewer) report or function. This error can occur for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Date Format: The date value being passed may not conform to the expected format (e.g., YYYYMMDD).
  Out of Range Dates: The date might be outside the acceptable range for SAP, such as dates before 1970 or after 2038.
  Null or Empty Values: The date field may be null or empty, which is not acceptable in the context where it is being used.
  Data Type Mismatch: The variable or field expected to hold a date might not be defined correctly in the ABAP program.
  Locale Issues: If the date is being formatted or parsed based on locale settings, discrepancies can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date values being passed to the ALV are in the correct format (YYYYMMDD).
  Validate Date Values: Implement checks in your code to validate that the date values are within the acceptable range and are not null or empty.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools to trace the values being passed to the ALV and identify where the illegal date value is originating from.
  Data Type Consistency: Ensure that the data types of the variables used for date values are correctly defined as date types in ABAP.
  Locale Settings: If applicable, check the locale settings and ensure that date formats are consistent with the expected input.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for ALV and date handling in ABAP for more detailed information on date formats and handling.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the SALV_X_API045 error.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the SALV_X_API045 error and ensure that your ALV reports function correctly.