How To Fix HRGB_GBSXP852 - SBP Error; Date of birth and the date of death are mandantory fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRGB_GBSXP - Message for GBSXP

• Message number: 852

• Message text: SBP Error; Date of birth and the date of death are mandantory fields

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRGB_GBSXP852 - SBP Error; Date of birth and the date of death are mandantory fields ?

  The SAP error message HRGB_GBSXP852 indicates that there is a problem with the mandatory fields related to the date of birth and date of death in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or employee data management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that either the date of birth or the date of death (or both) fields are not filled in for the employee record you are trying to process.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be an issue with the format of the dates entered, or the data may not be valid (e.g., a date of death that is earlier than the date of birth).
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration settings in the SAP system that require these fields to be mandatory for certain actions or processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Data: Go to the employee record in the SAP system and ensure that both the date of birth and date of death fields are filled in correctly. If the employee is still alive, the date of death field may be left blank, but the date of birth must be filled.
  Correct Format: Ensure that the dates are entered in the correct format as required by the system (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY depending on your system settings).
  Review Configuration: If you have the necessary permissions, check the configuration settings in the SAP HCM module to see if there are any mandatory field settings that need to be adjusted.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling employee data and mandatory fields.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to make changes has the appropriate permissions to edit employee records.
  Training and Documentation: Review any training materials or documentation provided by your organization regarding data entry in SAP HCM to ensure compliance with data entry standards.
  
  By addressing the missing or incorrect data in the employee record, you should be able to resolve the HRGB_GBSXP852 error and proceed with your tasks in SAP.