How To Fix 5D610 - Character 10 of PI number not compatible with gender (male)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 610

• Message text: Character 10 of PI number not compatible with gender (male)

What causes this issue?

In the PI number, the tenth digit is less than 5, which means that this
PI number is not for female employees.

System Response

A warning is issued.

How to fix this error?

Check the PI number. If the number is correct, contact the health
insurance fund.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D610 - Character 10 of PI number not compatible with gender (male) ?

  The SAP error message 5D610 indicates that there is a mismatch between the gender specified in the Personal Information (PI) number and the character at position 10 of that PI number. This error typically arises in the context of employee master data or personnel administration when the system expects a specific gender code but finds an incompatible value.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Gender Code: The character at position 10 of the PI number is expected to represent a specific gender (e.g., male or female), but it does not match the expected value.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry, where the wrong character was inputted.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration for gender codes may not align with the values being used in the PI number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the PI Number: Review the PI number in question and verify the character at position 10. Ensure that it corresponds correctly to the expected gender code.
  Correct the Gender Code: If the character is incorrect, update it to the appropriate value that matches the gender of the individual (e.g., 'M' for male, 'F' for female).
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks during data entry to prevent incorrect values from being entered in the future.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the configuration settings related to gender codes and ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on how to manage personal information and gender codes.
  User Training: Provide training for users involved in data entry to minimize errors related to personal information.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.