How To Fix /ISDFPS/OM_PROXY020 - Time zone '&1' cannot be converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/OM_PROXY -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Time zone '&1' cannot be converted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/OM_PROXY020 - Time zone '&1' cannot be converted ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/OM_PROXY020 Time zone '&1' cannot be converted typically indicates that there is an issue with the time zone configuration in your SAP system. This error can occur when the system is unable to recognize or convert a specified time zone, which may be due to various reasons such as incorrect time zone settings, missing time zone definitions, or issues with the underlying data.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Time Zone: The specified time zone (&1) may not be valid or recognized by the SAP system.
  Missing Time Zone Data: The necessary time zone data may not be loaded or configured correctly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the time zone settings in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: The time zone may have been entered incorrectly in the relevant transaction or data entry screen.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Time Zone Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration settings for time zones. Ensure that the time zone in question is defined correctly.
  You can also check the time zone settings in transaction SCAL (Time Zone Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Verify Time Zone Validity:
  
  Ensure that the time zone you are trying to use is valid. You can check the list of valid time zones in the SAP system by using transaction TZ or by referring to the SAP documentation.
  
  
  
  Update Time Zone Data:
  
  If the time zone is missing or outdated, you may need to update the time zone data. This can be done through SAP Notes or by applying the latest support packages.
  
  
  
  Check User Profile Settings:
  
  Ensure that the user profile settings for the user encountering the error are correctly configured, including the time zone settings.
  
  
  
  Review Application Logic:
  
  If the error occurs in a custom program or report, review the logic to ensure that the time zone is being handled correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes often provide patches or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on time zone management and configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the time zone conversion error in your SAP system.