How To Fix /OSP/MSG427 - Conversion failed for date &1 and time &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /OSP/MSG -

• Message number: 427

• Message text: Conversion failed for date &1 and time &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /OSP/MSG427 - Conversion failed for date &1 and time &2 ?

  The SAP error message /OSP/MSG427 Conversion failed for date &1 and time &2 typically indicates that there is an issue with the format or validity of the date and time values being processed in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during data entry, data import, or when executing certain transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Date/Time Format: The date and time values may not be in the expected format. For example, if the system expects a date in the format YYYY-MM-DD but receives it in DD-MM-YYYY, this can lead to conversion failures.
  Out of Range Values: The date or time values may be out of the acceptable range. For instance, a date like 2023-02-30 is invalid because February does not have 30 days.
  Null or Empty Values: If either the date or time fields are null or empty, the conversion will fail.
  Locale Settings: The system's locale settings may not match the format of the date and time being provided.
  Data Type Mismatch: The fields in the database or the program may expect a different data type than what is being provided.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Date/Time Format: Ensure that the date and time values are in the correct format expected by the SAP system. You can refer to the documentation or configuration settings to confirm the expected format.
  Validate Input Values: Before processing, validate that the date and time values are within acceptable ranges and are valid dates/times.
  Handle Null Values: Implement checks to ensure that date and time fields are not null or empty before attempting conversion.
  Adjust Locale Settings: If applicable, adjust the locale settings in the SAP system to match the format of the incoming date and time values.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to see where the conversion is failing and inspect the values being passed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to analyze the code that is generating the error.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If the error occurs in a custom program or enhancement, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting date/time handling.
  Documentation: Review the relevant SAP documentation for the specific module or transaction where the error occurs to understand the expected data formats and constraints.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.