How To Fix /BA1/F4_BASIS071 - Error when converting UTC to local time zone &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BA1/F4_BASIS -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Error when converting UTC to local time zone &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BA1/F4_BASIS071 - Error when converting UTC to local time zone &1 ?

  The SAP error message /BA1/F4_BASIS071 typically occurs when there is an issue with converting UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) to a local time zone in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including incorrect time zone settings, missing time zone data, or issues with the system's configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Time Zone Configuration: The local time zone settings in the user profile or system settings may be incorrect or not properly defined.
  Missing Time Zone Data: The necessary time zone data may not be available in the system, which can happen if the system is not updated or if the time zone data has been corrupted.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have a valid time zone assigned, leading to conversion issues.
  System Time Settings: The system's time settings may not be synchronized correctly, causing discrepancies in time zone conversions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Profile Settings:
  
  Go to the user profile settings (transaction code SU01) and ensure that the correct time zone is assigned to the user.
  Verify that the time zone is valid and corresponds to the expected local time.
  
  
  
  Update Time Zone Data:
  
  Ensure that the time zone data is up to date. You can do this by applying the latest support packages or patches that may include updates to time zone definitions.
  Use transaction code SNOTE to check for any relevant SAP Notes that address time zone issues.
  
  
  
  Verify System Time Settings:
  
  Check the system time settings using transaction code SM51 to ensure that the server time is correct and synchronized with a reliable time source.
  If necessary, adjust the system time or synchronize it with an NTP (Network Time Protocol) server.
  
  
  
  Check Time Zone Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code STZAC to review and configure time zone settings in the system.
  Ensure that the time zone definitions are correctly set up and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide specific fixes or workarounds for this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on time zone handling and configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /BA1/F4_BASIS071 error in your SAP system.