How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA801 - Invalid date (contains characters other than 0-9)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 801

• Message text: Invalid date (contains characters other than 0-9)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA801 - Invalid date (contains characters other than 0-9) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA801 Invalid date (contains characters other than 0-9) typically occurs in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module when a date field contains invalid characters. This error indicates that the system is expecting a date in a specific format (usually numeric, such as YYYYMMDD), but it has encountered characters that are not digits (0-9).
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The date field may have been populated with non-numeric characters, such as letters, special characters, or spaces.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being imported from an external system or file, the format may not be correctly aligned with SAP's expectations.
  User Entry Error: Users may have manually entered a date incorrectly in a transaction or report.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Review the date fields in the transaction or report where the error occurred. Ensure that only numeric characters are present.
  Correct Format: Ensure that the date is in the correct format (typically YYYYMMDD). For example, January 1, 2023, should be entered as 20230101.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in user interfaces or data import processes to prevent non-numeric characters from being entered in date fields.
  Review Data Sources: If the data is being imported, check the source data for formatting issues and correct them before importing into SAP.
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider debugging the process or transaction to identify where the invalid date is being generated.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific transaction or process to understand the expected date formats and constraints.
  User Training: Provide training to users on the correct data entry formats to minimize errors in the future.
  Error Logs: Check system logs for additional context or related errors that may help in diagnosing the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/MA801 Invalid date (contains characters other than 0-9) error and prevent it from occurring in the future.