How To Fix SALV_X_API047 - Illegal time value: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_X_API - Messages for ALV API exceptions

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Illegal time value: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_X_API047 - Illegal time value: & ?

  The SAP error message SALV_X_API047 Illegal time value: & typically occurs when there is an issue with the time format or value being processed in an SAP application, particularly when using the SALV (SAP ALV) framework for displaying lists or reports.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Time Format: The time value being passed to the ALV function might not be in the expected format. SAP generally expects time values in a specific format (HHMMSS or HH:MM:SS).
  Null or Empty Values: If the time field is null or empty, it can trigger this error.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the time field in the internal table may not match the expected type in the ALV function.
  Incorrect Data Entry: User input or data extraction from a source that does not conform to the expected time format can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Time Format: Ensure that the time values being passed to the ALV are in the correct