How To Fix SECM017 - Security Audit Log: Getting system timezone error with return code &1

SECM017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SECM - SECM: Messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Security Audit Log: Getting system timezone error with return code &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SECM017 - Security Audit Log: Getting system timezone error with return code &1 ?

  The SAP error message SECM017 indicates that there is an issue with the system's timezone settings when trying to access the Security Audit Log. This error typically arises when the system is unable to retrieve or interpret the timezone information correctly, which can affect the logging and auditing processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Timezone Configuration: The system's timezone may not be set correctly in the SAP system settings.
  Missing Timezone Data: The timezone data may be missing or corrupted in the system.
  System Environment Issues: There may be issues with the underlying operating system or database that affect how timezone information is retrieved.
  SAP Kernel Issues: An outdated or incompatible SAP kernel version may lead to problems in handling timezone data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Timezone Settings:
  
  Go to transaction RZ10 to check the profile parameters related to timezone. Look for parameters like timezone and ensure they are set correctly.
  You can also check the timezone settings in transaction SU01 for the user