How To Fix ESH_QL_MSG041 - From/To Date/Time has to be supplied either in UTC or in local time zone

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_QL_MSG - ESH Query Logging

• Message number: 041

• Message text: From/To Date/Time has to be supplied either in UTC or in local time zone

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_QL_MSG041 - From/To Date/Time has to be supplied either in UTC or in local time zone ?

  The SAP error message ESH_QL_MSG041 indicates that there is an issue with the date and time format being used in a query or a search operation. Specifically, it states that the "From/To Date/Time has to be supplied either in UTC or in local time zone." This error typically arises when the system expects a date and time input in a specific format or time zone, but the provided input does not meet those requirements.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date/Time Format: The date and time values provided may not be in the expected format (e.g., missing time zone information).
  Time Zone Mismatch: The system may be configured to expect dates in UTC, but the input is in a local time zone, or vice versa.
  Missing Time Zone Information: The input may lack explicit time zone information, leading the system to be unable to interpret the date and time correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Format: Ensure that the date and time values are provided in the correct format. The expected format may vary based on system configuration, but generally, it should follow ISO 8601 (e.g., YYYY-MM-DDTHH:MM:SSZ for UTC).
  
  
  Specify Time Zone: If you are providing local time, make sure to specify the time zone explicitly. For example, if you are in the Eastern Time Zone, you might use YYYY-MM-DDTHH:MM:SS-05:00 for standard time or YYYY-MM-DDTHH:MM:SS-04:00 for daylight saving time.
  
  
  Convert to UTC: If the system requires UTC, convert your local date and time to UTC before inputting it into the system.
  
  
  Review System Settings: Check the system settings to understand the expected time zone configuration. This can often be found in the user profile settings or system configuration.
  
  
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the query with known good data that adheres to the expected format to ensure that the issue is with the input rather than the system itself.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on date and time formats, especially in the context of the specific module or functionality you are using.
  Time Zone Settings: Familiarize yourself with how time zones are handled in your SAP system, including any relevant configuration settings.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for additional context or related error messages that may provide further insight into the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute your query or search operation in SAP.