How To Fix /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT028 - Invalid date: Value should be between 01.01.1901 and 31.12.9999

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Invalid date: Value should be between 01.01.1901 and 31.12.9999

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT028 - Invalid date: Value should be between 01.01.1901 and 31.12.9999 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT028 Invalid date: Value should be between 01.01.1901 and 31.12.9999 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a date value being processed is outside the valid range defined by the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during data entry, planning runs, or when processing certain transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Input: The most common cause is that a date entered in a transaction or program is either earlier than January 1, 1901, or later than December 31, 9999.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may contain invalid date formats or values that do not conform to SAP's date range.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the system configuration or master data that reference invalid dates can also trigger this error.
  User Input Errors: Users may inadvertently enter incorrect dates due to typographical errors or misunderstanding of the date format.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Values: Review the date values being processed in the transaction or program that triggered the error. Ensure that all dates fall within the valid range (01.01.1901 to 31.12.9999).
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to user input, correct the date entry to a valid date.
  Review Master Data: Check any relevant master data (e.g., material master, production planning data) for invalid date entries and correct them.
  Data Migration Review: If the error occurred after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all date values were correctly formatted and within the valid range.
  Debugging: If the error persists and is not easily identifiable, consider debugging the program or transaction to trace where the invalid date is being generated or processed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific transaction or process to see if there are known issues or additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Date Formats: Ensure that the date format used in the system is consistent with the expected format (e.g., DD.MM.YYYY).
  User Training: Provide training to users on proper data entry practices to minimize the occurrence of such errors.
  System Configuration: Review system settings related to date handling to ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT028 Invalid date error in your SAP system.