How To Fix 5U047 - Gender and form of address (Mr./Ms.) are inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Gender and form of address (Mr./Ms.) are inconsistent

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 5U047 - Gender and form of address (Mr./Ms.) are inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message 5U047 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the gender and the form of address (Mr./Ms.) for a particular individual in the system. This error typically arises when the gender specified in the system does not match the form of address that has been assigned to that individual.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is a data entry error where the gender and the form of address do not align. For example, if the gender is set to "Female" but the form of address is set to "Mr.", this inconsistency will trigger the error.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in how gender and form of address were recorded.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the system that lead to mismatches in how gender and form of address are defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check and Correct Data:
  
  Navigate to the relevant master data record (e.g., employee, customer, vendor).
  Verify the gender and form of address fields.
  Correct any discrepancies. For example, if the gender is "Female," ensure that the form of address is set to "Ms." and vice versa.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Implement validation checks during data entry to prevent future inconsistencies. This can be done through user exits or validation rules in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Review Data Migration Processes:
  
  If the issue arose after a data migration, review the migration scripts or processes to ensure that gender and form of address were correctly mapped.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or BP (Business Partner) to access and modify the relevant records.
  User Exits and BAdIs: Consider implementing user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) to enforce consistency checks in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling gender and form of address inconsistencies.
  
  By addressing the underlying data inconsistency and implementing preventive measures, you can resolve the 5U047 error and avoid similar issues in the future.