How To Fix SXMSF008 - Enter the final start date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SXMSF -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Enter the final start date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SXMSF008 - Enter the final start date ?

  The SAP error message SXMSF008, which states "Enter the final start date," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Exchange Infrastructure (XI) or Process Integration (PI) when you are trying to schedule or monitor a process, and a required date field is missing or incorrectly filled.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Input: The user did not enter a final start date in the relevant field when trying to execute a function or transaction.
  Incorrect Date Format: The date entered may not be in the expected format, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  System Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system that is causing the date field to be required but not properly displayed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SXMSF008 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter the Final Start Date:
  
  Go back to the transaction or screen where the error occurred.
  Locate the field for the final start date and enter a valid date.
  
  
  
  Check Date Format:
  
  Ensure that the date is entered in the correct format as expected by the system (e.g., DD.MM.YYYY).
  If your system is set to a specific locale, make sure you are using the correct date format for that locale.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator, check the configuration settings related to the process or transaction you are working with to ensure that all required fields are correctly set up.
  Consult the SAP documentation or your system administrator for any specific configuration settings that may be affecting this.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with details about the error, the context in which it occurred, and any steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP PI/XI, such as SXMB_MONI (for monitoring messages) or SXMSIF (for integration framework).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module or functionality you are working with to understand the requirements for date fields.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SXMSF008 error and successfully enter the required final start date.