How To Fix FASTEDM017 - Error during conversion of date &1 and time &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FASTEDM -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Error during conversion of date &1 and time &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FASTEDM017 - Error during conversion of date &1 and time &2 ?

  The SAP error message FASTEDM017 indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of a date and time value in the system. This error typically arises when the date and time formats provided do not match the expected formats or when the values are invalid.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date/Time Format: The date and time values provided do not conform to the expected format (e.g., YYYY-MM-DD for dates).
  Incorrect Data: The values for date and time may be out of range (e.g., February 30th, or a time value like 25:00).
  Localization Issues: The system may be expecting a different date/time format based on the user's locale settings.
  Data Type Mismatch: The fields in the database or the program may not be compatible with the provided date/time values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Verify that the date and time values being inputted are valid and in the correct format.
  Format Consistency: Ensure that the date and time formats match the expected formats in the SAP system. For example, if the system expects a date in the format YYYYMMDD, ensure that the input adheres to this format.
  Review Locale Settings: Check the user’s locale settings in SAP to ensure that they match the expected date and time formats.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to see where the conversion is failing and what values are being passed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the expected formats for date and time in the context of the transaction or program you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: If this error occurs during a specific transaction, look for transaction codes related to that process to find more context.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other user forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FASTEDM017 error and implement a solution to resolve it.