How To Fix MD_SUBSTN050 - Time zone cannot be blank when Valid At is requested

MD_SUBSTN050 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MD_SUBSTN - Messages for Master Data Substitution

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Time zone cannot be blank when Valid At is requested

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD_SUBSTN050 - Time zone cannot be blank when Valid At is requested ?

  The SAP error message MD_SUBSTN050 indicates that a time zone cannot be blank when the "Valid At" date is requested in the context of master data, particularly in the Material Management (MM) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) modules. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a substitution or a similar master data record that requires a time zone specification.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system requires a valid time zone to be specified for the "Valid At" date. This is necessary for the system to correctly interpret the timing of the data validity, especially in scenarios involving time-sensitive data or scheduling.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Time Zone Settings:
  
  Ensure that the time zone is correctly set in the user profile or in the relevant configuration settings. You can check this in the user settings under "User Profile" or "Parameters."
  
  
  
  Specify Time Zone:
  
  When entering or