How To Fix /SCDL/DL_DBAL_ERROR033 - Error occurred when converting timestamps during selection evaluation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/DL_DBAL_ERROR -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Error occurred when converting timestamps during selection evaluation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/DL_DBAL_ERROR033 - Error occurred when converting timestamps during selection evaluation ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/DL_DBAL_ERROR033 indicates that there was an issue with converting timestamps during the selection evaluation process in the SAP system. This error typically arises in scenarios involving data extraction or data loading, particularly when dealing with time-related fields.
  Causes:
  
  Data Format Mismatch: The timestamp format in the source data may not match the expected format in the SAP system. This can happen if the data is coming from an external source or if there are inconsistencies in the data format.
  Time Zone Issues: If the timestamps are in different time zones and the system is unable to convert them correctly, this can lead to errors.
  Invalid Data: There may be invalid or corrupted timestamp values in the data being processed, which cannot be converted to the expected format.
  Database Configuration: Issues with the database configuration or settings related to date and time handling can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Formats: Ensure that the timestamp data being processed is in the correct format expected by SAP. You may need to transform the data before loading it into the system.
  Validate Data: Review the data for any invalid or corrupted timestamp entries. Cleanse the data to remove or correct these entries.
  Time Zone Configuration: Verify the time zone settings in both the source system and the SAP system. Ensure that they are aligned and that any necessary conversions are handled correctly.
  Database Settings: Check the database settings related to date and time handling. Ensure that they are configured correctly to support the expected timestamp formats.
  SAP Notes and Support: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on handling timestamps and date formats.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the tables involved and ensure that the timestamp fields are defined correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation and resolution.