How To Fix RSTRAN311 - Time stamp conversion: Target time zone &1 invalid

RSTRAN311 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTRAN - Messages for Transformation

• Message number: 311

• Message text: Time stamp conversion: Target time zone &1 invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSTRAN311 - Time stamp conversion: Target time zone &1 invalid ?

  The SAP error message RSTRAN311 indicates that there is an issue with the time zone conversion during a data transfer or transformation process. Specifically, the error message states that the target time zone specified is invalid. This can occur in various contexts, such as during data extraction, transformation, or loading (ETL) processes, particularly when dealing with time-stamped data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Time Zone Identifier: The target time zone specified in the configuration or mapping may not be recognized by the SAP system. This could be due to a typo, an outdated time zone name, or a time zone that is not supported in the current SAP version.
  
  Configuration Issues: The time zone settings in the SAP system may not be properly configured, leading to the inability to convert timestamps correctly.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may contain invalid or unexpected time zone information that does not match the expected format or values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Time Zone