EDOCUMENT_IN_EINV011 - 'Dt'(Inv.Date)& is not valid under node 'DocDtls'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_IN_EINV - eDocument Inda eInvoice

• Message number: 011

• Message text: 'Dt'(Inv.Date)& is not valid under node 'DocDtls'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT_IN_EINV011 - 'Dt'(Inv.Date)& is not valid under node 'DocDtls' ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_IN_EINV011 with the description 'Dt'(Inv.Date) & is not valid under node 'DocDtls' typically occurs in the context of electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) when the invoice date provided does not meet the expected format or criteria defined by the e-invoicing schema.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Format: The invoice date may not be in the correct format (e.g., YYYY-MM-DD).
  Date Out of Range: The date might be outside the acceptable range (e.g., a future date or a date too far in the past).
  Missing Date: The invoice date field may be empty or not populated.
  Incorrect Node Structure: The XML structure may not conform to the expected schema, leading to the date being placed in the wrong node.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the invoice date is formatted correctly as per the e-invoicing requirements. Typically, the format should be YYYY-MM-DD.
  Validate Date Range: Confirm that the invoice date is within the acceptable range. It should not be a future date or an unrealistic past date.
  Populate Date Field: Make sure that the invoice date field is populated and not left blank.
  Review XML Structure: If you are generating an XML file for e-invoicing, ensure that the date is placed correctly under the DocDtls node as per the schema definition.
  Testing: After making the necessary corrections, test the invoice submission again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide updates related to e-invoicing.
  E-Invoicing Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for e-invoicing to understand the required fields and formats.
  Debugging Tools: Use SAP debugging tools or transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to get more details about the error and its context.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process the electronic invoice.