How To Fix SABP_DATETIME000 - Invalid time stamp (format like '&1' expected)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SABP_DATETIME - Messages for Package SABP_DATETIME

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Invalid time stamp (format like '&1' expected)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SABP_DATETIME000 - Invalid time stamp (format like '&1' expected) ?

  The SAP error message SABP_DATETIME000 indicates that there is an invalid timestamp format being used in your SAP system. The message typically specifies that a certain format (like &1) is expected, but the provided timestamp does not conform to this format.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Format: The timestamp provided does not match the expected format. For example, if the expected format is YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS, and the input is in a different format, this error will occur.
  Data Entry Error: Users may have entered the date or time incorrectly, such as using slashes instead of dashes or providing an invalid date.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may have configuration settings that define the expected date and time formats, which may not align with the input being provided.
  Localization Settings: Different regions may have different date and time formats, and if the system is not set up to handle these variations, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Format: Ensure