How To Fix VD345 - Date & period & is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VD - Date conversion

• Message number: 345

• Message text: Date & period & is not valid

What causes this issue?

The format of the date entered is invalid.

How to fix this error?

Check the period indicator and the date entered and whether they
match.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VD345 - Date & period & is not valid ?

  The SAP error message VD345 ("Date & period & is not valid") typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or related modules when there is an issue with the date or period specified in a transaction. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the creation of sales orders, billing documents, or when processing deliveries.
  Causes of Error VD345
  
  Invalid Date Format: The date entered may not conform to the expected format or may be outside the acceptable range.
  Period Not Open: The fiscal period for the specified date may not be open for posting. This can happen if the period is closed in the financial settings.
  Date in the Future: The date entered might be set in the future, which is not allowed for certain transactions.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of certain dates or periods.
  Master Data Issues: The master