How To Fix HRTIM00BAPIDIALOG001 - Value &1 is not a valid time; enter only numbers or space

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM00BAPIDIALOG - Online BAPIs: Messages for RETURN Structure

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Value &1 is not a valid time; enter only numbers or space

What causes this issue?

The value &V1& must be converted to an internal time format, but it
does not produce a valid time.

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?

Enter only numerical characters in the entry parameter, or leave it
blank.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM00BAPIDIALOG001 - Value &1 is not a valid time; enter only numbers or space ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM00BAPIDIALOG001 indicates that there is an issue with the time value being entered in a time-related field. The message specifically states that the value entered (represented by &1) is not valid, and it suggests that only numbers or spaces should be entered.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input Format: The most common cause of this error is that the input for the time field contains invalid characters (e.g., letters, special characters) or is formatted incorrectly.
  Leading/Trailing Spaces: Sometimes, leading or trailing spaces can cause the input to be considered invalid.
  Incorrect Time Value: The value entered may not conform to the expected time format (e.g., entering "25:00" instead of "23:59").
  Field Length Exceeded: The input may exceed the maximum length allowed for the time field.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Format: Ensure that the time value you are entering consists only of numbers and is in the correct format (e.g., HH:MM).
  Remove Invalid Characters: Make sure there are no letters, special characters, or invalid symbols in the input.
  Trim Spaces: Remove any leading or trailing spaces from the input.
  Use Valid Time Values: Ensure that the time entered is within the valid range (e.g., 00:00 to 23:59 for a 24-hour format).
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the expected format, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific field you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Manual: Refer to the user manual or help documentation for the specific SAP module you are using to understand the expected input formats.
  Testing: If possible, test the input in a different environment (e.g., development or test system) to see if the issue persists.
  Support: If the problem continues after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully enter the time value in the SAP system.