How To Fix /SAPAPO/CFM_MSG062 - &1 is an invalid date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CFM_MSG -

• Message number: 062

• Message text: &1 is an invalid date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CFM_MSG062 - &1 is an invalid date ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CFM_MSG062 &1 is an invalid date typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a date input is not recognized as valid by the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during planning, scheduling, or when entering data in transaction codes related to APO.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date may not be in the expected format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  Out of Range Dates: The date entered may fall outside the acceptable range defined in the system settings (e.g., before the start date of the planning horizon).
  Invalid Characters: The date string may contain invalid characters or spaces.
  System Settings: The system may have specific settings or configurations that restrict certain date entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date is entered in the correct format as expected by the system. Refer to the documentation or system settings for the required format.
  Validate Date Range: