How To Fix SGT_01347 - Invalid start date format; enter the date in the format DD.MM.YYYY

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SGT_01 - SGT_01

• Message number: 347

• Message text: Invalid start date format; enter the date in the format DD.MM.YYYY

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_01347 - Invalid start date format; enter the date in the format DD.MM.YYYY ?

  The SAP error message SGT_01347 indicates that there is an issue with the date format being used in a transaction or input field. Specifically, the system expects the date to be entered in the format of DD.MM.YYYY (day, month, year), but the input provided does not conform to this format.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The most common cause is that the date has been entered in a different format, such as MM/DD/YYYY or YYYY-MM-DD.
  Localization Settings: The date format may be affected by the user's localization settings or the system's regional settings.
  Input Errors: There may be typographical errors, such as using slashes (/) instead of dots (.) or entering an invalid date (e.g., 32.01.2023).
  
  Solution:
  
  Correct the Date Format: Ensure that the date is entered in the correct format of DD.MM.YYYY. For example, if you want to enter January 5, 2023, you should input it as 05.01.2023.
  Check Regional Settings: Verify the user’s regional settings in SAP. You can do this by navigating to the user profile settings and checking the date format settings.
  Input Validation: Double-check the input for any typographical errors or invalid dates.
  Use Date Picker: If available, use the date picker tool in the SAP interface to select the date, which will automatically format it correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or documentation for more information on date formats and localization settings.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct input formats for dates and other data fields in SAP.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists across multiple users, it may be worth checking the system configuration for date formats in the SAP system settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SGT_01347 error and successfully enter the date in the required format.