How To Fix VD355 - Date & is not in calendar format or does not match user data

VD355 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VD - Date conversion

• Message number: 355

• Message text: Date & is not in calendar format or does not match user data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VD355 - Date & is not in calendar format or does not match user data ?

  The SAP error message VD355 indicates that there is an issue with the date format or the date itself in the context of a transaction or data entry. This error typically arises when the date provided does not conform to the expected format or is not valid according to the user's settings or the system's calendar.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The date entered may not match the expected format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  Invalid Date: The date may not exist (e.g., February 30th) or may be outside the valid range defined in the system.
  User-Specific Settings: The user's date format settings in their profile may differ from the format being used in the transaction.
  Calendar Settings: The calendar settings in the system may not align with the date being entered, especially if there are fiscal calendars or special holiday calendars in use.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date is entered in the correct format as