How To Fix RSBPCB_EXCEPTION113 - BPF: Instance time zone &1 is not valid in system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBPCB_EXCEPTION - BPC: BPF Message Class

• Message number: 113

• Message text: BPF: Instance time zone &1 is not valid in system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBPCB_EXCEPTION113 - BPF: Instance time zone &1 is not valid in system ?

  The SAP error message RSBPCB_EXCEPTION113 indicates that there is an issue with the time zone configuration for a Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) instance. Specifically, the error states that the instance time zone specified is not valid in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Time Zone Configuration: The time zone set for the BPC instance may not be recognized by the SAP system. This can happen if the time zone is incorrectly specified or if it has been removed or changed in the system configuration.
  System Settings: The system may not have the necessary time zone data or updates that include the specified time zone.
  BPC Instance Settings: The BPC instance may have been configured with a time zone that is not supported or is incorrectly formatted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Time Zone Configuration:
  
  Go to the BPC administration settings and verify the time zone assigned to the instance.
  Ensure that the time zone is correctly specified and is one of the valid time zones recognized by the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Update Time Zone Data:
  
  If the time zone is valid but not recognized, check if there are any updates or patches available for your SAP system that may include updated time zone data.
  You can also check the SAP Notes for any known issues related to time zones.
  
  
  
  Modify Instance Settings:
  
  If the time zone is indeed invalid, you may need to change it to a valid one. This can typically be done in the BPC configuration settings.
  Ensure that the new time zone is compatible with the overall system settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help documentation for BPC and time zone settings to ensure compliance with the required formats and values.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They can provide insights specific to your system configuration and help resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on time zone configurations.
  BPC Documentation: Review the official SAP BPC documentation for best practices on instance configuration and time zone settings.
  System Logs: Look into system logs 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 and resolve the cause of the RSBPCB_EXCEPTION113 error in your SAP BPC instance.