How To Fix 3E476 - Gender and form of address (Mr./Ms.) are inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3E - Vorgesehen für neue Länderentwicklungen HR

• Message number: 476

• Message text: Gender and form of address (Mr./Ms.) are inconsistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3E476 - Gender and form of address (Mr./Ms.) are inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message 3E476 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the gender and the form of address (Mr./Ms.) in the system. This error typically arises when the gender assigned to a person does not match the form of address that has been selected for that individual.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is a mismatch in the data entered for the individual's gender and the corresponding form of address. For example, if a person is marked as female but is addressed as "Mr." or vice versa.
  Master Data Issues: Inconsistencies in master data records, such as in the employee or customer master data, can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to gender and address forms in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Review the master data for the individual in question. Ensure that the gender and form of address are consistent. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., PA30 for employee master data).
  Checking the "Personal Data" section for the correct gender.
  Verifying the "Address" section for the correct form of address.
  
  
  
  Correct Data: If you find a mismatch, correct the data:
  
  Change the form of address to match the gender or vice versa.
  Save the changes and re-attempt the action that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists across multiple records, it may be necessary to review the configuration settings in the SAP system:
  
  Check the settings for gender and address forms in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that the system is set up to handle gender and address forms correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct settings or data entries, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to master data management include PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and others depending on the context (e.g., customer/vendor master data).
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to view and edit master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 3E476 and ensure that the gender and form of address are consistent in your SAP system.