How To Fix T9020 - Change format of duration (&1)


T9020 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: T9 - Time zones/streams

  • Message number: 020

  • Message text: Change format of duration (&1)

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  • What causes this issue?

    The specified duration (&V1&) does not conform to the allowed formats,
    which include
    (Hours:Minutes)
    (Days up to 4 characters) (Hours:Minutes)

    System Response

    Formatting errors

    How to fix this error?

    Correct your entries.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T9020 - Change format of duration (&1) ?
    The SAP error message T9020, which states "Change format of duration (&1)," typically occurs when there is an issue with the format of a duration value in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when working with time-related fields in SAP, particularly in modules like Project System (PS), Human Capital Management (HCM), or others that involve time and duration calculations.
    
    Cause: The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons: Incorrect Duration Format: The duration value being processed does not conform to the expected format. For example, it might be in hours when the system expects it in days or vice versa.
    Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that define how durations should be formatted, and these settings may not align with the data being input. Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered duration values incorrectly, leading to format discrepancies.
    Solution: To resolve the T9020 error,

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