How To Fix S5002 - Specify the time in format __:__:__

S5002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S5 - Confirmation dialog boxes

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Specify the time in format __:__:__

What causes this issue?

The specified date does not have the expected format.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter the date in the format __:__:__ .

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S5002 - Specify the time in format __:__:__ ?

  The SAP error message S5002, which states "Specify the time in format ::__", typically occurs when a user is trying to enter a time value in a field that requires a specific format, but the input does not conform to the expected time format.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Time Format: The most common cause of this error is that the time entered does not match the required format. SAP usually expects time to be entered in the format HH:MM:SS (hours:minutes:seconds).
  Locale Settings: Sometimes, the issue may arise due to different locale settings that affect how time is displayed or entered.
  Field Configuration: The field may have specific validation rules that enforce a certain format, and if the input does not meet these rules, the error will be triggered.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Time Format: Ensure that you are entering the time in the correct format. For example, if you need to enter 2 hours, 30 minutes, and 15 seconds, you