How To Fix STATS021 - Start time & is in the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STATS - Messages for Performance Monitor (STATS)

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Start time & is in the future

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STATS021 - Start time & is in the future ?

  The SAP error message STATS021 indicates that there is a problem with the start time of a statistical data collection process. Specifically, it means that the start time specified for the data collection is set to a future date and time, which is not valid.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of the STATS021 error is that the system is trying to initiate a statistical data collection process with a start time that is later than the current system time. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Time Settings: The system clock on the SAP server or the client machine may be incorrectly set to a future date and time.
  Manual Input Error: A user may have manually entered a start time that is in the future when scheduling the data collection.
  Time Zone Issues: There may be discrepancies between the time zone settings of the SAP system and the local time settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the STATS021 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check System Time: Verify that the system time on the SAP server is correct. You can do this by checking the operating system's time settings and ensuring they are synchronized with a reliable time source.
  
  
  Review Scheduled Jobs: If the error occurs when scheduling a job, review the start time specified for the job. Ensure that it is set to a time that is not in the future relative to the current system time.
  
  
  Adjust Time Zone Settings: If there are time zone discrepancies, ensure that the time zone settings in the SAP system match the expected time zone for the users and the server.
  
  
  Re-enter Start Time: If the start time was manually entered, correct it to a valid time that is in the past or present.
  
  
  Check for System Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as there may be fixes related to time handling in newer versions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SM37 to monitor job statuses and ST22 to check for dumps related to the error.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on statistical data collection and job scheduling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the STATS021 error and successfully initiate the statistical data collection process.