How To Fix T9030 - Change the format for the time (long) (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T9 - Time zones/streams

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Change the format for the time (long) (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T9030 - Change the format for the time (long) (&1) ?

  The SAP error message T9030, which states "Change the format for the time (long) (&1)," typically occurs when there is an issue with the time format settings in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when dealing with time-related data in reports, transactions, or custom programs.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Time Format: The time format specified in the user profile or system settings does not match the expected format for the operation being performed.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may have a time format that is incompatible with the data being processed.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or reports, they may not be handling time formats correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the T9030 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Profile Settings:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter your user ID and click on "Change."
  Navigate to the "Defaults" tab and check the "Time Format" setting. Ensure it is set to a valid format (e.g., HH:MM:SS).
  
  
  
  System Settings:
  
  Check the system-wide time format settings in transaction SPRO.
  Navigate to SAP Reference IMG > General Settings > Set Countries and ensure that the time format is correctly configured for your country settings.
  
  
  
  Custom Programs:
  
  If the error occurs in a custom program, review the code to ensure that it is using the correct time format. You may need to adjust the formatting functions or methods used to handle time data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to time formatting.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the relevant transactions or reports to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Time Formats: Common time formats in SAP include:
  
  HHMM (e.g., 1300 for 1:00 PM)
  HH:MM:SS (e.g., 13:00:00 for 1:00 PM)
  
  
  Localization: Different countries may have different conventions for time representation, so ensure that the settings align with the user's locale.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on user profile settings and system configuration related to time formats.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.