How To Fix 5Q486 - ZfA Error: Last name &2 of child &1 does not meet the ZfA requirements

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 486

• Message text: ZfA Error: Last name &2 of child &1 does not meet the ZfA requirements

What causes this issue?

The error catalog for ZfA notifications is described in the ZfA
communication handbook "Allgemeine Grundlagen - Anlagenband Zulageve
rfahren - Release z18d (z2012.10)". The error checks for the names
contained in the ZfA notifications largely correspond to the checks that
are also valid for the DBNA module in DEUEV notifications.
The last name &V1& of the child does not meet the requirements of this
error catalog.

How to fix this error?

The child's last name entered in infotype 0021 should be corrected to
meet the requirements of the ZfA. The notification can be created
without any warning after the name has been corrected.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Q486 - ZfA Error: Last name &2 of child &1 does not meet the ZfA requirements ?

  The SAP error message 5Q486 ZfA Error: Last name &2 of child &1 does not meet the ZfA requirements typically relates to the requirements set by the ZfA (Zentrale für Auslandsaufenthalte) for the registration of children in the system. This error indicates that the last name of a child does not conform to the expected format or criteria defined by the ZfA.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The last name may contain invalid characters or symbols that are not allowed.
  Length Restrictions: The last name may exceed the maximum length allowed by the ZfA requirements.
  Format Issues: The last name may not follow the required format (e.g., it may need to be in uppercase or follow specific naming conventions).
  Missing Information: There may be missing information in the child’s record that is required for validation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Last Name: Review the last name of the child in the system. Ensure it does not contain any invalid characters or symbols.
  Verify Length: Ensure that the last name does not exceed the maximum character limit set by the ZfA.
  Format Compliance: Make sure the last name adheres to any specific formatting rules required by the ZfA.
  Complete Information: Ensure that all required fields for the child’s record are filled out correctly and completely.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the ZfA guidelines or SAP documentation for specific requirements regarding names and other related data.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the system configuration or consult with your SAP administrator to ensure that the ZfA requirements are correctly implemented in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates on ZfA requirements.
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or training materials related to the ZfA module in your SAP system for additional guidance.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a specialist who has experience with ZfA-related configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the error message.