How To Fix 5G152 - Enter actual birth date after birth has taken place

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Enter actual birth date after birth has taken place

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G152 - Enter actual birth date after birth has taken place ?

  The SAP error message 5G152 ("Enter actual birth date after birth has taken place") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration when trying to enter or update an employee's birth date in the system. This error indicates that the system is preventing the entry of a birth date that is either in the future or not valid based on the current date.
  Cause:
  
  Future Birth Date: The birth date entered is set in the future, which is not permissible since a person cannot be born in the future.
  Incorrect Date Format: The date might be entered in an incorrect format, leading the system to misinterpret the date.
  Data Entry Error: There might be a simple typographical error in the date entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify that the birth date entered is correct and is not a future date. Ensure that the date is in the past relative to the current date.
  Correct Format: Ensure that the date is entered in the correct format as required by the SAP system (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY depending on the system settings).
  Re-enter the Data: If the date is correct but the error persists, try re-entering the date to ensure there are no hidden characters or formatting issues.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct format or the procedure, refer to the SAP documentation or user manuals specific to your organization.
  Contact Support: If the issue continues after verifying the above points, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to employee data in the SAP system.
  Training: If you are new to the SAP system, consider undergoing training or reviewing training materials related to personnel administration to better understand how to manage employee data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully enter the actual birth date for the employee in question.