How To Fix DPR_SIGNATURE001 - Specify a system time zone in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_SIGNATURE - Development Projects: Messages for Signature

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Specify a system time zone in Customizing

What causes this issue?

In order to correctly determine the time of the signature and transfer
it to the signed document you must make the system time zone settings in
Customizing in your SAP System. This setting has not been made in your
system. For this reason you are unable to make your signature.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_SYSVERW OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

Procedure for System Administrators

Make the settings in Customizing for <ZK>Project Management</> under
<LS>General Settings </> -> <LS>Time Zones</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_SIGNATURE001 - Specify a system time zone in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message DPR_SIGNATURE001 indicates that a system time zone has not been specified in the Customizing settings for the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Project Management (DPR) module, particularly when dealing with time-sensitive operations or functionalities that require a defined time zone.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is the absence of a defined system time zone in the Customizing settings. This can occur due to:
  
  Incorrect or incomplete system configuration during the initial setup.
  Changes made to the system settings that inadvertently removed or altered the time zone configuration.
  Migration or upgrade processes that did not carry over the time zone settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error DPR_SIGNATURE001, you need to specify a system time zone in the Customizing settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Enter transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Time Zone Settings:
  
  Follow the path: SAP Customizing Implementation Guide -> Project Management -> Project Management -> Define Time Zone.
  
  
  
  Define the Time Zone:
  
  In the time zone settings, you will need to specify the appropriate time zone for your system. This may involve selecting a predefined time zone from a list or entering a custom time zone if necessary.
  
  
  
  Save Your Changes:
  
  After specifying the time zone, make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Related Settings:
  
  Ensure that other related settings, such as user profiles and system parameters, are also configured correctly to reflect the new time zone.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, test the functionality that was previously causing the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for the Project Management module for more detailed instructions on time zone settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the Customizing settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message DPR_SIGNATURE001 and ensure that your SAP system is correctly configured with a specified time zone.