How To Fix 5R030 - Please enter a NRIC number starting with 'F' !

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5R - HR-SG: Messages for HR Module SG, China, Hongkong and Taiwan

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Please enter a NRIC number starting with 'F' !

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5R030 - Please enter a NRIC number starting with 'F' ! ?

  The SAP error message 5R030 typically relates to the entry of a National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) number in Singapore. The error indicates that the NRIC number entered does not start with the letter 'F', which is required for certain types of NRICs, specifically for foreign identification numbers (FIN).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect NRIC Format: The NRIC number entered does not start with 'F', which is mandatory for foreign identification numbers.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered an incorrect NRIC number or format.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to only accept NRIC numbers that meet specific criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify NRIC Number: Ensure that the NRIC number you are entering is correct and starts with 'F' if it is a foreign identification number.
  Correct Format: If you are entering a local NRIC number, ensure it starts with 'S', 'T', or 'G' as appropriate for Singapore citizens and permanent residents.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the relevant SAP documentation or user manual for guidance on the correct format for NRIC numbers.
  Contact Support: If you believe the NRIC number is correct and you are still receiving the error, contact your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  NRIC Number Structure: In Singapore, NRIC numbers are structured as follows:
  
  S: Singapore Citizen (issued before 2000)
  T: Singapore Citizen (issued after 2000)
  F: Foreign Identification Number (FIN)
  G: Permanent Resident (issued after 2000)
  
  
  
  SAP Configuration: The error may also be related to specific configurations in the SAP system regarding how NRIC numbers are validated. This may involve checking the validation rules set up in the system.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users entering NRIC numbers are trained on the correct formats and understand the implications of entering incorrect data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5R030 in SAP.