How To Fix 3O090 - Form of address(Mr./Mrs.) and gender are inconsistent.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3O - HR: Messages for Taiwan

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Form of address(Mr./Mrs.) and gender are inconsistent.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3O090 - Form of address(Mr./Mrs.) and gender are inconsistent. ?

  The SAP error message 3O090 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the form of address (Mr./Mrs.) and the gender assigned to a person in the system. This error typically arises when the gender field does not match the expected form of address. For example, if a record is set to "Mr." but the gender is set to "Female," or vice versa, the system will trigger this error.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is incorrect data entry where the form of address and gender do not align.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, inconsistencies may arise due to differences in how gender and form of address were handled.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce strict validation rules for gender and form of address.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Data: Review the records for the individual in question. Ensure that the form of address matches the gender. For example:
  
  If the form of address is "Mr.", the gender should be "Male".
  If the form of address is "Mrs." or "Ms.", the gender should be "Female".
  
  
  
  Correct the Record: Update the record to ensure consistency. This can usually be done in the relevant transaction (e.g., PA30 for HR master data).
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks during data entry to prevent this error from occurring in the future. This can include:
  
  Setting up validation rules in the SAP system.
  Training users on the importance of consistent data entry.
  
  
  
  Review Migration Processes: If the issue arose from data migration, review the migration scripts or processes to ensure that they correctly handle the mapping of gender and form of address.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support for specific guidelines on handling this error, especially if it is part of a larger issue with data integrity.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to HR data management include PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA40 (Personnel Actions), and PA20 (Display HR Master Data).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Consider providing training for users who enter or manage HR data to minimize future occurrences of this error.
  
  By addressing the inconsistency in the data, you should be able to resolve the error message 3O090 and ensure that the records are accurate and compliant with SAP's requirements.