How To Fix /OSP/MSG426 - Timezone &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /OSP/MSG -

• Message number: 426

• Message text: Timezone &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /OSP/MSG426 - Timezone &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /OSP/MSG426 Timezone &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is unable to recognize or find the specified timezone. This can occur for various reasons, such as incorrect timezone configuration, missing timezone data, or issues with the underlying system settings.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Timezone Configuration: The timezone specified in the system settings or user profile may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Missing Timezone Data: The timezone data may not be loaded or updated in the SAP system.
  System Settings: The system may not have the necessary configuration to recognize the specified timezone.
  Transport Issues: If the timezone was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Timezone Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 to check the user profile and ensure that the timezone is correctly set.
  Verify the timezone settings in the system configuration using transaction code SPRO and navigating to the relevant settings under "General Settings" or "Client Administration".
  
  
  
  Update Timezone Data:
  
  Ensure that the timezone data is up to date. You can do this by applying the latest support packages or patches that may include timezone updates.
  Use transaction code SNOTE to check for any relevant SAP Notes that address timezone issues.
  
  
  
  Verify Timezone Availability:
  
  Use transaction code TZ to check the list of available timezones in the system. Ensure that the specified timezone exists in this list.
  If the timezone is not available, you may need to add it or update the timezone data.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the timezone was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to timezone issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for timezone management and configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction code SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.