How To Fix SRAL_REPL102 - Error converting date '&1' to timestamp. Please specify a valid date.

SRAL_REPL102 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRAL_REPL - replication interface messages

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Error converting date '&1' to timestamp. Please specify a valid date.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRAL_REPL102 - Error converting date '&1' to timestamp. Please specify a valid date. ?

  The SAP error message SRAL_REPL102 indicates that there is an issue with converting a date to a timestamp format. This typically occurs when the date provided is not in a valid format or is outside the acceptable range for date values in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Format: The date provided may not conform to the expected format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY depending on the system settings).
  Out of Range Date: The date might be outside the range that SAP can handle (e.g., dates before 1970 or after 2038 in some systems).
  Null or Empty Value: The date field may be empty or null, which cannot be converted to a timestamp.
  Localization Issues: The date format may vary based on the user's locale settings, leading to mismatches.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date is in the correct format expected by SAP. You can check the format settings in the user profile or system settings.
  Validate Date Values: