How To Fix XMS_MONI163 - Error during time conversion; user has not assigned time zone

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XMS_MONI - Messages for Monitoring

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Error during time conversion; user has not assigned time zone

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XMS_MONI163 - Error during time conversion; user has not assigned time zone ?

  The SAP error message XMS_MONI163 indicates that there is an issue with time conversion due to the user not having an assigned time zone. This error typically arises in scenarios where time-related data is being processed, and the system cannot determine the correct time zone for the user.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Time Zone Assignment: The user profile does not have a time zone assigned, which is necessary for the system to convert time values correctly.
  User Profile Configuration: The user’s profile may not be properly configured in the SAP system, leading to the absence of a time zone.
  System Settings: There may be system-wide settings or configurations that are not correctly set up, affecting time zone assignments.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the XMS_MONI163 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Assign a Time Zone to the User:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID that is encountering the error.
  Click on the Change button.
  Navigate to the Defaults tab.
  In the Time Zone field, select the appropriate time zone for the user.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check User Profile:
  
  Ensure that the user profile is complete and correctly configured. This includes checking other relevant settings that might affect user behavior.
  
  
  
  Verify System Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, check the system settings related to time zones. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the system is configured to handle time zones correctly.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new time zone settings take effect.
  Test the functionality that was previously causing the error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Time Zone: The time zone setting in a user profile is crucial for applications that deal with time-sensitive data, such as scheduling, reporting, and logging.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on user profile management and time zone settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to time zone handling in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the XMS_MONI163 error and ensure that the user can work with time-related data without issues.