How To Fix IWO_BAPI2803 - Use time format HHMMSS for parameter &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IWO_BAPI2 - Messages for the PS/CS BAPI Process Control

• Message number: 803

• Message text: Use time format HHMMSS for parameter &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IWO_BAPI2803 - Use time format HHMMSS for parameter & ?

  The SAP error message IWO_BAPI2803 indicates that there is an issue with the time format being used in a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) call. Specifically, the error message states that the time format should be in HHMMSS (hours, minutes, seconds) format, but the input provided does not conform to this requirement.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  A time parameter is passed to a BAPI, but it is not formatted correctly.
  The time value may be in a different format (e.g., HH:MM:SS, HH.MM.SS, or any other non-compliant format).
  The time value is missing or null.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Input Format: Ensure that the time parameter being passed to the BAPI is in the correct HHMMSS format. For example, if the time is 14:30:00, it should be passed as 143000.
  Validate Input Values: Make sure that the time values are not null or empty. If they are, provide a valid time in the required format.
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the incorrect format is coming from, you may want to debug the code or check the data being passed to the BAPI to identify the source of the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand the expected input parameters and their formats.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  Time Conversion: If you are converting time from another format, ensure that your conversion logic correctly formats the time into HHMMSS.
  
  By ensuring that the time parameter adheres to the required format, you should be able to resolve the IWO_BAPI2803 error.