How To Fix ILM_STOR_MON_CSV120 - Date time conversion from/to timestamp failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR_MON_CSV - [OBSOLETE] ILM Store: CSV Output Messages

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Date time conversion from/to timestamp failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON_CSV120 - Date time conversion from/to timestamp failed ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON_CSV120 indicates that there is an issue with date and time conversion from or to a timestamp format in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) storage monitoring. This error typically arises when the system encounters an invalid date or time format that it cannot process.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Date/Time Format: The input date or time does not conform to the expected format, which can happen if the data is corrupted or incorrectly formatted.
  Locale Settings: The system's locale settings may not match the format of the date/time being processed.
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the expected data type and the actual data being processed, such as trying to convert a string that does not represent a valid date/time.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the underlying database that affect how date/time values are stored or retrieved.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Data: Review the data being processed to ensure that all date and time values are in the correct format. The expected format can vary based on system settings, so refer to the documentation for the specific format required.
  Adjust Locale Settings: Ensure that the system's locale settings are correctly configured to match the format of the date/time values being processed.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks to ensure that all date/time values are valid before processing them. This can help catch issues early.
  Review Code/Configuration: If this error occurs in a custom program or configuration, review the code to ensure that date/time conversions are handled correctly.
  Database Integrity Check: Perform a check on the database to ensure that there are no integrity issues affecting date/time fields.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to ILM and date/time conversion issues. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for ILM and date/time handling to understand the expected formats and configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ILM_STOR_MON_CSV120 error.