How To Fix HRPADJP_LV517 - Data of birth not match; &1 in system while &2 in data file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADJP_LV -

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Data of birth not match; &1 in system while &2 in data file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADJP_LV517 - Data of birth not match; &1 in system while &2 in data file ?

  The SAP error message HRPADJP_LV517 indicates a mismatch between the date of birth (DOB) in the SAP system and the DOB provided in an external data file during a data import or update process. This error typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or data migration activities.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The DOB in the SAP system may have been entered incorrectly.
  File Data Error: The DOB in the data file being imported may be incorrect or formatted improperly.
  Data Migration Issues: If this is part of a data migration process, discrepancies may arise from differences in data formats or errors during the extraction of data from the source system.
  Different Formats: The DOB might be in different formats (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY) between the SAP system and the data file.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Data: Check the DOB in the SAP system for the affected employee and compare it with the DOB in the data file. Ensure both are correct.
  Correct Data: If the DOB in the SAP system is incorrect, update it to match the correct DOB from the data file. If the data file is incorrect, correct it before re-importing.
  Format Consistency: Ensure that the date formats are consistent between the SAP system and the data file. Convert the date format in the data file if necessary.
  Re-import Data: After making the necessary corrections, attempt to re-import the data file.
  Check for Duplicates: Ensure that there are no duplicate entries that might cause confusion during the import process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check and update employee records.
  Data Migration Tools: If you are using tools like LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) or BAPIs for data migration, ensure that the mapping and transformation rules are correctly set up.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more details on the specific records that are causing the issue.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPADJP_LV517 error and ensure that the date of birth data is consistent between the SAP system and the external data file.