How To Fix 5Q363 - Place of birth could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Q - Error Texts for Public Sector

• Message number: 363

• Message text: Place of birth could not be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Q363 - Place of birth could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message 5Q363, "Place of birth could not be determined," typically occurs in the context of employee master data or personnel administration when the system is unable to derive or validate the place of birth for an employee or individual based on the provided information.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The place of birth field may be empty or not filled in correctly in the employee's master data.
  Incorrect Format: The format of the place of birth may not match the expected format in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the place of birth from being determined.
  Country-Specific Settings: The system may not have the necessary country-specific settings or data to determine the place of birth.
  Integration Issues: If the data is being pulled from an external system, there may be issues with the data transfer or mapping.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Verify that the place of birth field is filled in correctly in the employee master data (infotype 0002).
  Correct Format: Ensure that the place of birth is entered in the correct format as expected by the system.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to personnel administration and ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  Country-Specific Data: Ensure that the country-specific data for the place of birth is correctly maintained in the system.
  Data Validation: If the data is being imported from another system, validate that the data is being transferred correctly and that the mapping is accurate.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this error message for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check and update employee information.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and edit employee master data.
  Testing: After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth analysis and troubleshooting.