How To Fix WR_POWL004 - Time determination for the actual date failed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WR_POWL - Message Class for Retail Power Lists UI communication

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Time determination for the actual date failed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WR_POWL004 - Time determination for the actual date failed. ?

  The SAP error message WR_POWL004: Time determination for the actual date failed typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or POWL (Personal Object Worklist) when the system is unable to determine or calculate the current date/time for processing or filtering work items.
  
  Cause
  
  Time zone or system time settings issue: The system cannot determine the current date/time due to incorrect or missing time zone settings.
  Missing or incorrect configuration in time determination: The function module or method responsible for fetching the current date/time fails or returns an error.
  Authorization or system environment problem: The user or system process does not have the necessary permissions or environment to access system time.
  System clock or calendar inconsistency: The system clock might be out of sync or the calendar settings are corrupted.
  Custom code or enhancement issues: If there are custom enhancements or user exits related to time determination, they might be causing the failure.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check system time and time zone settings:
  
  Verify the system time on the application server (OS level).
  Check the time zone settings in SAP system parameters (transaction RZ10 or RZ11).
  Ensure the user’s time zone is correctly set in SU01 (User Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Check the function module or method used for time determination:
  
  Identify the function module or method that is called when the error occurs.
  Test the function module (e.g., GET_TIME or similar) in SE37 to ensure it returns the current date/time correctly.
  
  
  
  Review authorization and environment:
  
  Ensure the user or background job has the necessary authorizations.
  Check if the error occurs in a specific client or user context.
  
  
  
  Check for OSS Notes and SAP Support:
  
  Search for OSS Notes related to WR_POWL004.
  For example, SAP Note 1689270 or others might provide patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  Debug the workflow or POWL query:
  
  If the error occurs in a workflow or POWL query, debug the process to see where the time determination fails.
  Check if any custom code is involved and verify its correctness.
  
  
  
  System synchronization:
  
  Synchronize the system clock with a reliable time source (NTP server).
  Check for any inconsistencies in calendar or date settings.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  POWL (Personal Object Worklist): A framework in SAP that provides a unified view of work items from different applications.
  Workflow time determination: Workflows often rely on system date/time for deadlines, triggers, and conditions.
  Transaction codes:
  
  POWL - Personal Object Worklist
  SWI1 - Workflow log
  SU01 - User maintenance (check time zone)
  RZ10 / RZ11 - Profile parameters and system parameters
  
  
  Common function modules for time:
  
  GET_TIME
  GET_TIME_STAMP
  GET_SYSTEM_TIME
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support: Always check the SAP Service Marketplace or SAP ONE Support Launchpad for the latest notes.
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., when exactly the error occurs, transaction or process involved), I can help narrow down the cause and solution further.