How To Fix LXHME002 - Time and date conversion has failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LXHME - LXHME-Messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Time and date conversion has failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LXHME002 - Time and date conversion has failed ?

  The SAP error message LXHME002, which states "Time and date conversion has failed," typically occurs when there is an issue with the format or validity of date and time values being processed in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data entry, report generation, or when executing certain transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Date/Time Format: The date or time being entered does not conform to the expected format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  Out-of-Range Values: The date or time values are outside the acceptable range (e.g., a date in the year 3000).
  System Settings: The system's date and time settings may not be configured correctly, leading to conversion issues.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type expected by the program or function module does not match the data being provided.
  Localization Issues: Different locales may have different date and time formats, which can lead to conversion errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Format: Ensure that the date and time values being entered are in the correct format as expected by the SAP system.
  Validate Date/Time Values: Check that the values are within a valid range and do not contain any invalid characters.
  Review System Settings: Verify the system's date and time settings in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or SPRO (Customizing) to ensure they are correctly configured.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to identify where the conversion is failing and what values are being processed.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or function module you are using to see if there are known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a more complex issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to LXHME002. You can search for the error message in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking program code or SE37 (Function Module) for examining function modules related to date/time processing.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you are using custom code or enhancements, check if any user exits or BAdIs are affecting date/time handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the LXHME002 error in your SAP system.