How To Fix 54049 - Time is incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 54 - Messages for HR tables

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Time is incorrect

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 54049 - Time is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message 54049, which states "Time is incorrect," typically occurs when there is a discrepancy in the time settings between the SAP system and the underlying database or the operating system. This can lead to issues with time-sensitive transactions, scheduling, or data integrity.
  Causes:
  
  System Time Mismatch: The time on the SAP application server does not match the time on the database server or the client machine.
  Time Zone Issues: Incorrect time zone settings can lead to discrepancies in time calculations.
  Daylight Saving Time: Changes due to daylight saving time may not be reflected correctly in the system.
  Clock Drift: The system clock may not be synchronized with a reliable time source, leading to drift over time.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Synchronize System Time:
  
  Ensure that the time on the SAP application server, database server, and client machines are synchronized. You can use NTP (Network Time Protocol) to synchronize the clocks.
  Check the system time using the command line (e.g., date command in Unix/Linux or time command in Windows) and adjust if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Time Zone Settings:
  
  Verify the time zone settings in the SAP system. You can check this in transaction SU01 for user profiles or in transaction SPRO for system-wide settings.
  Ensure that the time zone settings are consistent across all systems involved.
  
  
  
  Review Daylight Saving Time Settings:
  
  Check if the system is correctly configured to handle daylight saving time changes. This can usually be configured in the operating system settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes can provide patches or configuration changes that may resolve the issue.
  If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SM51 to check the status of application servers and their time settings.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that may provide additional context.
  User Profile Settings: Check user profile settings in transaction SU01 to ensure that the user’s time zone is set correctly.
  
  By addressing the time synchronization and configuration issues, you should be able to resolve the SAP error message 54049.