How To Fix T9031 - Change the format for the time specification (short) (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T9 - Time zones/streams

• Message number: 031

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

What causes this issue?

The specified time is not correct. The format allowed must contain the
date, a blank, and the time.
Example: 12.31.1999 14:00:00

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Correct your entries.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T9031 - Change the format for the time specification (short) (&1) ?

  The SAP error message T9031, which states "Change the format for the time specification (short) (&1)," typically occurs when there is an issue with the time format specified in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when entering time data in transactions or when configuring time-related settings in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Time Format: The time format specified does not match the expected format defined in the system settings. This could be due to user settings, system settings, or localization settings.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may have a time format that is incompatible with the input being provided.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the time format in the SAP system, particularly in the user parameters or in the system-wide settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the T9031 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Profile Settings:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter your user ID.
  Check the "Defaults" tab for the time format settings. Ensure that the time format is set correctly (e.g., HH:MM or HH.MM).
  
  
  
  Adjust Time Format in User Settings:
  
  You can also check your personal settings by going to transaction SU3 (Maintain User Profile).
  Look for the "Defaults" tab and verify the "Time Format" field. Change it to a valid format if necessary.
  
  
  
  System-Wide Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the system-wide settings for time formats. This can typically be done by an administrator through transaction SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area for time formats and ensure that the settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Localization Settings:
  
  If your organization operates in multiple countries, ensure that the localization settings are correctly configured for the specific region you are working in.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the expected time formats for your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01, SU3, and SPRO for user and system settings.
  Time Formats: Understand the different time formats supported by SAP and how they can be configured.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the T9031 error in your SAP system.