How To Fix HRPADNO_EDG172 - Date of birth (&1) is incorrect (not valid date)! (payroll area=&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADNO_EDG - EDAG messages

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Date of birth (&1) is incorrect (not valid date)! (payroll area=&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADNO_EDG172 - Date of birth (&1) is incorrect (not valid date)! (payroll area=&2) ?

  The SAP error message HRPADNO_EDG172 indicates that there is an issue with the date of birth (DOB) entered for an employee in the payroll area specified. The error message suggests that the DOB is not valid, which could be due to several reasons. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Format: The date of birth may not be in the correct format expected by the system (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  Invalid Date: The date entered may not be a valid date (e.g., February 30th, April 31st).
  Future Date: The date of birth may be set in the future, which is not acceptable.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error during data entry.
  Missing Data: The date of birth field may be empty or not filled in correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date of birth is entered in the correct format as per the system's requirements.
  Validate the Date: Verify that the date entered is a valid date. For example, check for leap years and the number of days in each month.
  Correct Future Dates: Ensure that the date of birth is not set in the future. It should reflect a realistic birth date.
  Review Data Entry: Double-check the data entry for any typographical errors or omissions.
  Update Employee Master Data: If the date of birth is incorrect, update the employee master data in the relevant infotype (usually Infotype 0002 for personal data).
  Consult with HR: If you are unsure about the correct date of birth, consult with the HR department or the employee directly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0002: This infotype is used to maintain personal data, including the date of birth.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorization to make changes to employee data in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or updates related to this error message.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the payroll processing again to ensure that the error does not recur.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the HRPADNO_EDG172 error and ensure that the employee's date of birth is correctly recorded in the system.