How To Fix 5O006 - The date in the second part of the SI number is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5O - Notifications in the Master Data Area (Austria)

• Message number: 006

• Message text: The date in the second part of the SI number is invalid

What causes this issue?

You have made an incorrect entry in the second part of the <ZH>SI
Number</> field (Date of Birth).

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?

Enter the date of birth in the form DDMMYY.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5O006 - The date in the second part of the SI number is invalid ?

  The SAP error message 5O006 ("The date in the second part of the SI number is invalid") typically occurs in the context of handling Social Insurance (SI) numbers, particularly in countries where such numbers are used for tax and social security purposes. This error indicates that the date component of the Social Insurance number is not valid according to the expected format or rules.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Format: The date in the SI number may not conform to the expected format (e.g., DDMMYY or YYYYMMDD).
  Logical Errors: The date may not be logically valid (e.g., February 30, April 31).
  Incorrect SI Number: The entire SI number may be incorrectly entered or generated, leading to an invalid date.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration settings in SAP related to the handling of SI numbers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the SI Number: Verify the SI number for any typographical errors. Ensure that the date part of the SI number is correctly formatted and logically valid.
  Correct Format: Ensure that the date is in the correct format as required by the system. If the format is incorrect, re-enter the SI number with the correct date format.
  Validation Rules: Review the validation rules set up in the SAP system for SI numbers. Ensure that they align with the local regulations and formats.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the expected format and structure of SI numbers in your region.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to check if there are any configuration issues or updates needed in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates related to SI number handling.
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or training materials related to the module you are working with (e.g., HR, Payroll) for additional context on SI number processing.
  Support Forums: Consider reaching out to SAP support forums or communities for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to SAP support for further investigation.