How To Fix /SMB/CM_CONV_EXITS001 - Change the input format (&1) for hours or minutes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CM_CONV_EXITS -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Change the input format (&1) for hours or minutes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CM_CONV_EXITS001 - Change the input format (&1) for hours or minutes ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CM_CONV_EXITS001 Change the input format (&1) for hours or minutes typically occurs in the context of time input fields, particularly when the system expects a specific format for hours or minutes but receives an input that does not conform to that expected format.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Input Format: The most common cause of this error is that the user has entered a time value (for hours or minutes) in a format that is not recognized by the system. For example, entering "60" for minutes when the system expects a value between "0" and "59".
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that dictate the expected format for time inputs, and these settings may not align with the input being provided.
  Localization Settings: Different regions may have different formats for time representation, and if the system is not set up to handle the local format, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Format: Ensure that the input for hours and minutes is within the expected range. For example:
  
  Hours should typically be between 0 and 23.
  Minutes should be between 0 and 59.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings related to time input formats. This may involve looking into the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system.
  Use Correct Format: If the system requires a specific format (e.g., HH:MM), make sure to enter the time in that format.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction or module you are working with to understand the expected input formats.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the input and configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this error.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct input formats for time fields to minimize the occurrence of this error.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional context or related errors that may provide more insight into the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that time inputs are correctly formatted in your SAP system.