How To Fix /SMB/FKCHK086 - Date &1 can not be converted to internal format. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/FKCHK -

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Date &1 can not be converted to internal format. &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/FKCHK086 - Date &1 can not be converted to internal format. &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/FKCHK086 Date &1 can not be converted to internal format. &2 typically indicates that there is an issue with date formatting or conversion in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during data entry, data import, or when processing transactions that involve date fields.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Format: The date provided in the input does not match the expected format defined in the SAP system. This could be due to differences in date formats (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  Incorrect Date Value: The date value itself may be invalid (e.g., February 30th, April 31st).
  Localization Settings: The system's localization settings may not align with the date format being used.
  Data Type Mismatch: The field expecting a date may be receiving a string or another data type that cannot be converted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date is entered in the correct format as expected by the SAP system. You can check the date format settings in the user profile or system settings.
  Validate Date Values: Make sure that the date values are valid and do not contain any impossible dates.
  Adjust Localization Settings: If the issue is related to localization, check the user settings for date formats and adjust them accordingly.
  Data Type Verification: Ensure that the data being passed to the date field is of the correct type. If you are importing data, verify the data types in the source file.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify where the conversion is failing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the field definitions and data types.
  User Profile Settings: Review user profile settings (transaction SU01) to ensure that the date format is set correctly for the user experiencing the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on date handling and formatting in the specific module you are working with.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.