How To Fix TDL_FR_BAPI018 - Incorrect format of the END_DATE (YYYYMMDDHHMMSS) field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TDL_FR_BAPI - BAPI: Mass Load of Fixed Demands

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Incorrect format of the END_DATE (YYYYMMDDHHMMSS) field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TDL_FR_BAPI018 - Incorrect format of the END_DATE (YYYYMMDDHHMMSS) field ?

  The SAP error message TDL_FR_BAPI018 indicates that there is an issue with the format of the END_DATE field in a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) call. Specifically, the error suggests that the END_DATE is not in the expected format of YYYYMMDDHHMMSS, which represents a date and time in a specific structure.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Format: The END_DATE value provided does not conform to the required format. For example, it may be missing components (like hours, minutes, or seconds) or may contain invalid characters.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the END_DATE field may not match the expected type in the BAPI definition.
  Null or Empty Value: If the END_DATE is null or empty, it can also trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Format: Ensure that the END_DATE is formatted correctly as YYYYMMDDHHMMSS. For example, if the date is March 15, 2023, at 14:30:00, it should be represented as 20230315143000.
  
  
  Validate Input Data: Before passing the END_DATE to the BAPI, validate the input data to ensure it is not null or empty and that it contains valid date and time values.
  
  
  Use Date Functions: If you are constructing the date programmatically, use appropriate date functions to format the date correctly. For example, in ABAP, you can use CONCATENATE to build the string in the required format.
  
  
  Check BAPI Documentation: Review the BAPI documentation to ensure you are using the correct field names and data types. This can help you identify any discrepancies in your implementation.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the BAPI call to see the exact value being passed for END_DATE and identify any discrepancies.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Refer to the SAP BAPI documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand the expected input parameters and their formats.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the BAPI you are using.
  Date Handling in ABAP: Familiarize yourself with date handling in ABAP, including how to convert between different date formats and how to handle time zones if applicable.
  
  By ensuring that the END_DATE is correctly formatted and validated, you should be able to resolve the TDL_FR_BAPI018 error.