How To Fix /SMB/ACTV039 - Invalid date &1 or time &2 cannot be converted to timestamp

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/ACTV -

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Invalid date &1 or time &2 cannot be converted to timestamp

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/ACTV039 - Invalid date &1 or time &2 cannot be converted to timestamp ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/ACTV039 Invalid date &1 or time &2 cannot be converted to timestamp typically indicates that there is an issue with the date and/or time format being used in a transaction or function within the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when working with date and time fields in reports, data uploads, or during the execution of certain functions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Format: The date provided does not conform to the expected format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  Invalid Time Format: The time provided is not in the correct format (e.g., HH:MM:SS).
  Out of Range Values: The date or time values are outside the acceptable range (e.g., a date in the future that is not allowed).
  Null or Empty Values: The date or time fields may be empty or null, which cannot be converted to a timestamp.
  Localization Issues: Different locales may have different date and time formats, leading