How To Fix 5C441 - Last name of child in file and system do not match for child number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 441

• Message text: Last name of child in file and system do not match for child number &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C441 - Last name of child in file and system do not match for child number &1 ?

  The SAP error message 5C441 indicates a mismatch between the last name of a child in the data file and the last name stored in the SAP system for that specific child number. This error typically arises in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing, particularly when dealing with family-related data.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Data Entry Error: The last name of the child in the input file (e.g., a file being uploaded or processed) does not match the last name recorded in the SAP system for that child.
  Change in Last Name: The child's last name may have changed (e.g., due to marriage or adoption), but the SAP system has not been updated to reflect this change.
  Incorrect Child Number: The child number referenced may be incorrect, leading to a mismatch with the expected last name in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been inconsistencies or errors during the migration process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Verify Data: Check the last name of the child in both the input file and the SAP system. Ensure that they match exactly, including any special characters or spaces.
  Update SAP Records: If the last name in the system is outdated, update the child's last name in SAP to reflect the correct information.
  Correct Input File: If the last name in the input file is incorrect, correct it to match the name in the SAP system.
  Check Child Number: Ensure that the child number being referenced is correct and corresponds to the intended child in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for data entry to ensure compliance with naming conventions and data formats.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after verifying the data, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and edit employee and dependent information.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks in your processes to catch such mismatches before they lead to errors.
  Audit Trail: Keep an audit trail of changes made to child records to track any discrepancies or changes over time.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5C441 and ensure that the child data in your SAP system is accurate and up to date.