How To Fix HRGB_GBSXP884 - Date of Birth Error; child's Date of Birth must be entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRGB_GBSXP - Message for GBSXP

• Message number: 884

• Message text: Date of Birth Error; child's Date of Birth must be entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRGB_GBSXP884 - Date of Birth Error; child's Date of Birth must be entered ?

  The SAP error message HRGB_GBSXP884, which indicates that a child's Date of Birth must be entered, typically arises in the context of Human Resources (HR) or Employee Self-Service (ESS) modules when there is an attempt to process or save employee-related data that includes dependent information, such as children.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that the Date of Birth for a child (dependent) has not been entered in the system. This is often required for benefits enrollment, tax purposes, or compliance with company policies.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a situation where the Date of Birth is incorrectly formatted or entered, leading the system to not recognize it as valid.
  System Configuration: There could be configuration settings in the SAP system that require certain fields to be filled out before proceeding with a transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter the Date of Birth: Navigate to the relevant section in the SAP HR module where dependent information is maintained (e.g., infotype 0021 for family members). Ensure that the Date of Birth for the child is entered correctly.
  Check Formatting: Ensure that the Date of Birth is entered in the correct format as required by the system (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY, depending on the configuration).
  Review Required Fields: Check if there are any other mandatory fields that need to be filled out in addition to the Date of Birth.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the required fields or the process, refer to the SAP HR documentation or user manuals specific to your organization.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after entering the required information, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: In SAP HR, employee and dependent information is often managed through infotypes. Infotype 0021 (Family/Dependents) is commonly used for entering details about dependents, including their Date of Birth.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to edit or enter dependent information in the system.
  Validation Rules: Be aware that there may be validation rules set up in the system that enforce the entry of certain data before proceeding with other HR processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRGB_GBSXP884 error and successfully enter the required information.