How To Fix ICL_EXTRACT006 - Time zone &1 is not a valid time zone

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_EXTRACT - Error Messages from Extraction

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Time zone &1 is not a valid time zone

What causes this issue?

The time zone must be in capital letters in the TZONE column in the
database table TTZZ.

System Response

The system cancels the extraction.

How to fix this error?

Correct the local time zone that you defined as the selection parameter
for the extraction. If you have not defined any local time zone as the
selection parameter, check the local time zone defined in the user
master record of the RFC user for the extraction in the source system.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_EXTRACT006 - Time zone &1 is not a valid time zone ?

  The SAP error message ICL_EXTRACT006 indicates that the specified time zone (represented by &1 in the message) is not recognized as a valid time zone in the SAP system. This error typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of time zones in the system or when an invalid time zone is referenced in a program or configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Time Zone Entry: The time zone specified may not exist in the system or may be incorrectly spelled.
  Configuration Issues: The time zone settings in the SAP system may not be properly configured or updated.
  Data Entry Errors: User input may have included typographical errors or incorrect formatting.
  Missing Time Zone Data: The necessary time zone data may not be loaded or available in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Time Zone Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO and navigate to the following path:
  SAP Customizing Implementation Guide -> Cross-Application Components -> General Settings -> Set Time Zone
  
  Verify that the time zone in question is listed and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Validate Time Zone:
  
  Use transaction code ST22 to check for any dumps related to this error.
  Use transaction code SE11 to check the relevant database tables (like T005 for countries and their time zones) to ensure the time zone exists.
  
  
  
  Correct Input:
  
  If the time zone is being entered manually, ensure that it is spelled correctly and follows the expected format (e.g., "UTC", "GMT+2", etc.).
  
  
  
  Update Time Zone Data:
  
  If the time zone is missing, you may need to update your SAP system with the latest time zone data. This can be done through support packages or by applying relevant notes from SAP.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or the SAP Help Portal for a list of valid time zones and their formats.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Time Zone Tables: Familiarize yourself with relevant tables such as T005 (Country Codes) and T006 (Units of Measure) that may contain time zone information.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to time zone issues, as they may provide specific fixes or updates.
  System Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as time zone data can change with updates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the ICL_EXTRACT006 error message in SAP.