How To Fix 5D654 - First name is not DEUEV-compliant (&)

5D654 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 654

• Message text: First name is not DEUEV-compliant (&)

What causes this issue?

No blank is allowed before or after a hyphen.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

5D654 - Details

• The SAP error message "5D654 First name is not DEUEV-compliant (&)" typically relates to issues with the formatting or validity of personal data in the context of the DEUEV (German Notification of Employment) reporting requirements. This error indicates that the first name entered does not comply with the DEUEV standards, which are used for reporting employee data to German authorities.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The first name may contain special characters or symbols that are not allowed.
  Length Restrictions: The first name may exceed the maximum length allowed by DEUEV standards.
  Missing Information: The first name field may be empty or not properly filled.
  Incorrect Format: The name may not follow the expected format (e.g., it may include titles or additional information that is not compliant).
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Invalid Characters: Ensure that the first name only contains valid alphabetic characters. Remove any special characters or symbols.
  Verify Length: Make sure the first name does not exceed the maximum