How To Fix SCAL_CONV003 - Date to be converted is inconsistent


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: SCAL_CONV - Message Class for Calendar Conversion

  • Message number: 003

  • Message text: Date to be converted is inconsistent

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  • What causes this issue?

    The following date to be converted does not adhere to the calendar
    rules (the month may be too long, for example):
    Day: &SYST-MSGV1&
    Month: &SYST-MSGV2&
    Year: &SYST-MSGV3&
    Calendar Type: &SYST-MSGV4&

    System Response

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    How to fix this error?

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCAL_CONV003 - Date to be converted is inconsistent ?
    The SAP error message SCAL_CONV003, which states "Date to be converted is inconsistent," typically occurs during date conversions in SAP systems. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when dealing with date formats, time zones, or when the date values being processed do not conform to expected formats or ranges.
    Causes:
    
    Invalid Date Format: The date being processed may not be in the expected format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
    Out of Range Dates: The date might fall outside the acceptable range for the system (e.g., dates before 1970 or after 2038 in certain systems).
    Null or Empty Values: The date field being converted may be null or empty, leading to inconsistencies.
    Time Zone Issues: If the date conversion involves time zones, discrepancies in time zone settings can lead to inconsistencies.
    Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the date field may not match the expected type (e.g., trying to convert a string to a

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