How To Fix QM_API_ODATA_MSG118 - Time specified in &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM_API_ODATA_MSG - QM API OData Messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Time specified in &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QM_API_ODATA_MSG118 - Time specified in &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message QM_API_ODATA_MSG118, which states "Time specified in &1 is not valid," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when dealing with OData services. This error indicates that the time format or value provided in the specified field is not acceptable according to the expected format or range.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Time Format: The time value provided may not conform to the expected format (e.g., HH:MM:SS).
  Out of Range Values: The time specified may be outside the acceptable range (e.g., hours greater than 23, minutes or seconds greater than 59).
  Incorrect Data Type: The field may expect a specific data type (e.g., string, time) and the provided value does not match.
  Timezone Issues: If the time is being provided in a specific timezone, it may not be correctly interpreted by the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Time Format: Ensure that the time is provided in the correct format. For example, use the 24-hour format (HH:MM:SS).
  Validate Time Values: Make sure that the hours, minutes, and seconds are within valid ranges (0-23 for hours, 0-59 for minutes and seconds).
  Review Data Types: Confirm that the data type of the field matches the expected input. If the field expects a time object, ensure that you are not sending a string or other data type.
  Timezone Considerations: If applicable, ensure that the time is being sent in the correct timezone or adjust it accordingly.
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend, check the logs for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific OData service you are using to understand the expected input formats and constraints.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Testing: Use tools like Postman or SAP Gateway Client to test the OData service with different time values to identify what works and what does not.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance, as they may have access to more detailed logs and system configurations.