How To Fix TZS1005 - Time zone can not be changed. The currently used time zone is &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TZS1 - Time Zone Support

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Time zone can not be changed. The currently used time zone is &1

What causes this issue?

The time zone cannot be changed on this screen. A conversion of time
fields is not possible in this step of the transaction.
Your currently used time zone is &V1&. The system time zone is &V2&.
It is not possible to change the time zone in results of selection
reports or list reports, because the changed result may not match the
dates and times entered on the selection screen.
The time zone button is displayed to inform the user about the currently
used time zone.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you want to change the time zone of a list report, go back to the
selection screen. On the selection screen, you can change the time zone.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TZS1005 - Time zone can not be changed. The currently used time zone is &1 ?

  The SAP error message TZS1005 indicates that the time zone cannot be changed because the currently used time zone is set to a specific value (represented by &1). This error typically occurs when a user attempts to change the time zone settings in a way that is not permitted by the system configuration or user settings.
  Cause:
  
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may have restrictions that prevent changing the time zone.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to use a specific time zone for certain users or roles, and changing it is not allowed.
  Active Sessions: If there are active sessions or transactions that depend on the current time zone, the system may prevent changes to avoid inconsistencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the time zone settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Profile: Review the user profile settings to see if there are restrictions on changing the time zone. You may need to consult with your system administrator.
  Log Out and Log In: Sometimes, logging out of the system and logging back in can refresh the session and allow changes to be made.
  Close Active Sessions: Ensure that there are no active sessions or transactions that are dependent on the current time zone. If there are, complete or close them before attempting to change the time zone.
  Consult with Administrator: If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP system administrator to request the change or to understand the restrictions in place.
  System Settings: If you are an administrator, check the system settings related to time zones in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or SPRO (Customizing) to ensure that the configuration allows for time zone changes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to time zone settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on user profile management and time zone settings.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to change the time zone as needed.