How To Fix 3B994 - Mismatch pers.ID number - birth date - gender

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3B - Messages HR SK

• Message number: 994

• Message text: Mismatch pers.ID number - birth date - gender

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3B994 - Mismatch pers.ID number - birth date - gender ?

  The SAP error message 3B994 indicates a mismatch between the personal identification number (pers. ID), birth date, and gender of an employee in the system. This error typically arises during data entry or when processing employee records, particularly in HR modules.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is incorrect data entry. The personal ID number, birth date, or gender may have been entered incorrectly.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, inconsistencies may arise if the data was not properly validated.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the data being entered.
  Duplicate Records: There may be duplicate records in the system that are causing conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Data: Check the personal ID number, birth date, and gender for the employee in question. Ensure that all three pieces of information are correct and consistent.
  Correct Data Entry: If any discrepancies are found, correct the data in the relevant infotype (e.g., IT0002 for personal data).
  Check for Duplicates: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check for duplicate entries in the database that may be causing the conflict.
  Data Migration Review: If the error occurred after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all data was transferred correctly and that validation rules were applied.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be available.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and edit employee records.
  Infotypes: Understand the relevant infotypes that store personal data, such as IT0002 (Personal Data) and IT0001 (Organizational Assignment).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to edit employee data, as restrictions may lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 3B994 in SAP.