How To Fix S5013 - Only numbers and ':' are permitted in the time

S5013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S5 - Confirmation dialog boxes

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Only numbers and ':' are permitted in the time

What causes this issue?

The time entry contains invalid characters.

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?

Correct the entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S5013 - Only numbers and ':' are permitted in the time ?

  The SAP error message S5013, which states "Only numbers and ':' are permitted in the time," typically occurs when a user is trying to enter a time value in a field that expects a specific format. This error indicates that the input provided does not conform to the expected format for time entries.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The input may contain invalid characters such as letters, special symbols (other than ':'), or spaces.
  Incorrect Format: The time may not be in the correct format. For example, the expected format is usually HH:MM (hours and minutes).
  Leading or Trailing Spaces: Sometimes, leading or trailing spaces can cause this error, as they are not recognized as valid input.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Format: Ensure that the time is entered in the correct format, typically HH:MM (24-hour format). For example, 14:30 for 2:30 PM.
  Remove Invalid Characters: Make sure that only numbers and the colon (':') are included in the input. Remove