How To Fix TZS1017 - Error during converting of time from session to system time zone

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TZS1 - Time Zone Support

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Error during converting of time from session to system time zone

What causes this issue?

During converting of time from session to system time zone an unexpected
error did occur within function module TZS1_SESSION_TO_SYSTEM. Exception
&V1& was triggered by function module TZ_LOCAL_TO_SYSTEM.

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?

Contact SAP for further analysis.

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 TZS1017 - Error during converting of time from session to system time zone ?

  The SAP error message TZS1017 indicates that there is an issue with converting time from the session time zone to the system time zone. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency between the time zones configured in the SAP system and the time zone settings of the user session.
  Causes:
  
  Time Zone Mismatch: The user's session time zone may not be correctly set or may not match the system's time zone settings.
  Incorrect User Profile Settings: The user profile may have an incorrect time zone setting.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the system's time zone configuration or the underlying database settings.
  Daylight Saving Time (DST) Changes: Changes in DST rules may not be reflected in the system, leading to conversion errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Profile Settings:
  
  Go to the user profile settings in SAP (transaction code SU01).
  Verify the time zone setting for the user. Ensure it is set to a valid time zone that corresponds to the user's location.
  
  
  
  Check System Time Zone Settings:
  
  Use transaction code RZ10 to check the system profile parameters related to time zones.
  Ensure that the system time zone is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Adjust Session Time Zone:
  
  If the user is accessing the system from a different time zone, they can adjust their session time zone settings in the SAP GUI.
  This can usually be done in the user settings or preferences.
  
  
  
  Review Daylight Saving Time Settings:
  
  Check if there have been any recent changes to DST rules in the user's region and ensure that the SAP system reflects these changes.
  You may need to apply a support package or patch if the issue is related to outdated DST rules.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart may be required to apply changes made to time zone settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on time zone settings and user profile configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Support Packages: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest support packages, as these may contain fixes for known issues related to time zone handling.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.