How To Fix WI111 - Enter a date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WI - BPT Workflow: Messages from Info System

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Enter a date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WI111 - Enter a date ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WI111 - Enter a date
  
  Cause:
  The error message WI111 - Enter a date occurs when a required date field in a workflow or related SAP transaction is left empty or not filled correctly. This typically happens in SAP Workflow or when processing tasks that require a date input, such as deadlines, start dates, or due dates.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During workflow task processing where a date is mandatory.
  When creating or changing workflow container elements that expect a date.
  In custom workflows or standard SAP workflows where date fields are validated.
  In transactions or programs that trigger workflow steps requiring date input.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the required date:
  
  Make sure to input a valid date in the mandatory date field before saving or proceeding.
  
  
  Check the workflow container:
  
  If you are developing or troubleshooting a workflow, verify that the workflow container element that holds the date is correctly populated.
  
  
  Validate user input:
  
  If the date is entered by a user, ensure the user interface or screen enforces date entry before submission.
  
  
  Debug or check workflow logic:
  
  If the error occurs unexpectedly, debug the workflow or check the workflow step where the date is expected to ensure the date is passed correctly.
  
  
  Check for enhancements or user exits:
  
  Sometimes custom code or enhancements might require a date field that is not being filled.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Class: WI (Workflow)
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  SWI1 (Workflow log)  
  SWDD (Workflow Builder)  
  SWIA (Work item processing)  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for message WI111 in SAP Service Marketplace or SAP Support Portal for any specific notes or patches.
  Workflow container elements: Date fields are often of type SYST-DATUM or similar.
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WI111 - Enter a date is a prompt to ensure that a mandatory date field in a workflow or related process is not left blank. The solution is to provide a valid date value in the required field before proceeding.
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction, workflow step, or scenario), I can help with a more specific solution.