How To Fix U1805 - The year provided in feature &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: U1 - Tax reporter interface

• Message number: 805

• Message text: The year provided in feature &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message U1805 - The year provided in feature &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message U1805, which states "The year provided in feature &1 is invalid," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or time management when the system encounters an invalid year in a specific feature. This error is often related to the configuration of time-related features in the SAP system, particularly in the context of personnel management.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Year Input: The year specified in the feature (e.g., a date of birth, hire date, or any other date-related field) is not valid. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect format.
  Configuration Issues: The feature in question may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the acceptance of invalid year values.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data stored in the system, such as a year that is outside the acceptable range (e.g., a year that is too far in the past or future).
  Feature Settings: The feature settings may not be aligned with the current date or the business requirements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the input values for the year in the relevant feature. Ensure that the year is within a valid range and is correctly formatted.
  Review Feature Configuration: Go to the configuration of the feature in question (using transaction code PE03) and verify that it is set up correctly. Ensure that the year values are defined properly.
  Data Validation: Check the data in the infotypes related to the feature. Look for any records that may have invalid year values and correct them.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific feature to understand the valid ranges and formats for year inputs.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to the production system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PE03 (Feature Maintenance) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to investigate and correct the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the U1805 error in your SAP system.