How To Fix SDDL_PARSER_MSG336 - The data type for parameter "&1" must have type TIMS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDL_PARSER_MSG - Message Class for DDL Parser

• Message number: 336

• Message text: The data type for parameter "&1" must have type TIMS

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG336 - The data type for parameter "&1" must have type TIMS ?

  The SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG336 indicates that there is an issue with the data type of a parameter in your SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the data type for the parameter "&1" must be of type TIMS (which stands for Time Stamp). This typically occurs in the context of data processing or configuration where a time-related parameter is expected but is not provided in the correct format.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The parameter in question is expected to be of type TIMS, but it may have been defined or passed with a different data type (e.g., CHAR, NUMC, etc.).
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the data model or in the way the parameters are being passed to a function module, report, or transaction.
  Programming Errors: If you are working with custom ABAP code, there may be a programming error where the wrong data type is being used for a variable or parameter.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Parameter Definition: Review the definition of the parameter in the relevant function module, report, or configuration. Ensure that it is defined as TIMS.
  Data Type Conversion: If you are passing a value to this parameter, ensure that the value is correctly formatted as a TIMS type. You may need to convert the data type before passing it.
  
  For example, if you have a string representation of time, you can convert it to TIMS using appropriate ABAP functions.
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If this error arises from custom ABAP code, check the variable declarations and ensure that the data types match the expected TIMS type.
  Debugging: Use the debugger to trace the execution and identify where the incorrect data type is being introduced. This can help pinpoint the exact location of the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  TIMS Data Type: In SAP, TIMS is a data type that represents time in the format HHMM (hours and minutes). Ensure that any time values you are working with conform to this format.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation or help resources for more information on data types and parameter handling.
  SAP Community: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to the SAP Community forums for assistance, as other users may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SDDL_PARSER_MSG336 error message.