How To Fix 5D511 - CF number does not match gender

5D511 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 511

• Message text: CF number does not match gender

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D511 - CF number does not match gender ?

  The SAP error message 5D511 indicates that there is a mismatch between the gender specified in the system and the gender associated with the CF (Customer File) number. This error typically arises during processes that involve personal data, such as creating or updating customer or employee records.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The gender specified in the SAP system does not match the gender associated with the CF number in the database.
  There may be an incorrect entry in the customer or employee master data.
  The CF number may have been incorrectly assigned or updated, leading to a mismatch.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Verify Gender Information:
  
  Check the gender information in the SAP system for the relevant record (customer or employee).
  Ensure that it matches the gender associated with the CF number.
  
  
  
  Check CF Number:
  
  Validate the CF number to ensure it is correct and corresponds to the right individual.
  If the CF number is incorrect, update