How To Fix /SCA/DM_SMI_ENH015 - Conversion of UTC time to local time failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCA/DM_SMI_ENH -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Conversion of UTC time to local time failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCA/DM_SMI_ENH015 - Conversion of UTC time to local time failed ?

  The SAP error message /SCA/DM_SMI_ENH015 Conversion of UTC time to local time failed typically indicates an issue with the conversion of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) to the local time zone settings in the SAP system. This can occur due to various reasons, including incorrect time zone settings, missing time zone data, or issues with the underlying system configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Time Zone Configuration: The time zone settings in the SAP system or the underlying operating system may not be configured correctly.
  Missing Time Zone Data: The necessary time zone data may not be available or may be outdated.
  Daylight Saving Time (DST) Issues: Problems related to the handling of Daylight Saving Time can lead to conversion failures.
  System Time Settings: The system clock on the server may be incorrectly set, leading to discrepancies in time conversion.
  SAP Notes: There may be specific SAP Notes that address known issues related to time zone conversions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Time Zone Settings:
  
  Verify the time zone settings in the SAP system. You can check this in transaction SU01 for user profiles or in transaction SPRO under SAP NetWeaver > General Settings > Set Time Zone.
  Ensure that the time zone is correctly set for both the user and the system.
  
  
  
  Update Time Zone Data:
  
  Ensure that the time zone data is up to date. You can do this by applying the latest support packages or patches that may include updates to time zone information.
  Use transaction SNOTE to check for relevant SAP Notes that may address time zone issues.
  
  
  
  Check System Time:
  
  Verify the system time on the server where SAP is running. Ensure that it is set correctly and synchronized with a reliable time source (e.g., NTP server).
  
  
  
  Review Daylight Saving Time Settings:
  
  Check if the local time zone settings account for Daylight Saving Time and ensure that they are configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for specific SAP Notes related to the error message. You can use the SAP Support Portal to find relevant notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging to trace the exact point of failure in the conversion process. This may require assistance from a developer or SAP Basis consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on time zone settings and configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the UTC to local time conversion failure in your SAP system.