How To Fix /SMB/ACTV052 - Activation started with date format: &1

/SMB/ACTV052 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/ACTV -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Activation started with date format: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/ACTV052 - Activation started with date format: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/ACTV052 Activation started with date format: &1 typically indicates that there is an issue with the date format being used in the activation process of a certain function or module within the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of the SAP Business One or SAP Business ByDesign environments, where date formats can vary based on regional settings or user configurations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date format specified in the activation process does not match the expected format defined in the system settings. This can happen if the system is configured to expect a different date format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  Regional Settings: The regional settings of the user or the system may not align with the date format being used.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may have a different date format setting that conflicts with the activation process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check System Settings: Verify the date format