How To Fix TK454 - Enter a numeric value in the date field


TK454 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: TK - Transport Organizer

  • Message number: 454

  • Message text: Enter a numeric value in the date field

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  • What causes this issue?

    The value &V1& was entered in the date field "&V2&"
    This is not possible because only numeric values may be entered in this
    field.
    The length of the field is &V3&.

    System Response

    The entry is not accepted.

    How to fix this error?

    Enter the date using the format: year month day (JJJJMMDD).

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TK454 - Enter a numeric value in the date field ?
    The SAP error message TK454, which states "Enter a numeric value in the date field," typically occurs when a user attempts to input a date in a format that SAP does not recognize as valid. This can happen in various transactions or reports where date fields are required.
    
    Cause: Incorrect Format: The date may be entered in a non-numeric format (e.g., using slashes, dashes, or other characters). Empty Field: The date field may be left blank or not filled in at all. Invalid Characters: Non-numeric characters may have been inadvertently included in the date input. Localization Settings: The date format may not align with the user's locale settings in SAP.
    Solution: Use Numeric Format: Ensure that the date is entered in a numeric format. For example, use YYYYMMDD (e.g., 20231015 for October 15, 2023). Check for Empty Fields: Make sure that the date field is not left empty. If it is required, provide a valid date. Remove Invalid Characters:

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