How To Fix PP_SFC_MESSAGES028 - &1 is an invalid Split Min Proc Duration. It should have the format PTnM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PP_SFC_MESSAGES - Message Class for Production/Process Orders

• Message number: 028

• Message text: &1 is an invalid Split Min Proc Duration. It should have the format PTnM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PP_SFC_MESSAGES028 - &1 is an invalid Split Min Proc Duration. It should have the format PTnM ?

  The SAP error message PP_SFC_MESSAGES028 indicates that there is an issue with the format of the "Split Min Proc Duration" parameter in the system. This error typically arises when the input for the duration does not conform to the expected ISO 8601 duration format, which is represented as PTnM, where:
  
  P indicates the period.
  T indicates the time.
  n is a number representing the duration.
  M represents minutes.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The value entered for the Split Min Proc Duration is not in the correct format (e.g., "PT10M" for 10 minutes).
  There may be a missing or incorrect character in the input string.
  The value might be empty or null.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Input Format: Ensure that the value you are entering follows the correct format. For example:
  
  For 5 minutes, enter PT5M.
  For 1 hour and 30 minutes, enter PT1H30M.
  
  
  
  Validate the Value: Make sure that the value is not empty and is a valid duration. It should not contain any letters or symbols that are not part of the ISO 8601 format.
  
  
  Correct the Configuration: If this value is being set in a configuration or master data record, navigate to the relevant configuration screen and correct the entry.
  
  
  Test the Change: After making the necessary corrections, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ISO 8601 Duration Format: Familiarize yourself with the ISO 8601 standard for representing durations, as it is crucial for ensuring that time-related data is correctly formatted in SAP.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation or help resources for more details on the specific configuration or module you are working with.
  SAP Community: If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to the SAP Community forums for additional support and insights from other users who may have encountered similar problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the Split Min Proc Duration is correctly formatted.