How To Fix 3L021 - Sex must be masculine for father subtype (11)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3L - HR: Messages for Mexico

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Sex must be masculine for father subtype (11)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3L021 - Sex must be masculine for father subtype (11) ?

  The SAP error message 3L021 indicates that there is an issue with the gender assignment for a father subtype in the system. Specifically, the error states that the "Sex must be masculine for father subtype (11)." This typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or employee master data management within SAP, particularly when dealing with family relationships or dependent data.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system expects the gender of a father (subtype 11) to be set as masculine (M), but it has been set to something else (e.g., female (F) or not specified). This is a validation check to ensure that the data entered aligns with the expected values for family relationships.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Entry: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant infotype (usually Infotype 0021 for family/related persons).
  Verify the entry for the father. Ensure that the gender is set to "M" (masculine).
  
  
  
  Correct the Gender:
  
  If the gender is incorrectly set, change it to "M" for the father subtype (11).
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Review Related Infotypes:
  
  Ensure that there are no other inconsistencies in related infotypes that might cause similar issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, try to save or process the data again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0021: This infotype is used to maintain family member data, including relationships and their respective genders.
  Subtypes: In SAP, subtypes are used to differentiate between various types of relationships. Subtype 11 specifically refers to the father.
  Gender Codes: In SAP, gender is typically represented by specific codes:
  
  M = Male
  F = Female
  X = Other/Not specified
  
  
  
  Additional Considerations:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue or if the data appears correct, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP administrator or support team. They can provide further insights or check for any underlying configuration issues.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to personnel data in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 3L021 effectively.