How To Fix HRPADSA172 - Form of address changed; gender changed accordingly

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADSA - Message Class PB KSA

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Form of address changed; gender changed accordingly

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADSA172 - Form of address changed; gender changed accordingly ?

  The SAP error message HRPADSA172, which states "Form of address changed; gender changed accordingly," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration in SAP HR (Human Resources) when there is a change in the employee's form of address that necessitates an update to their gender information.
  Cause:
  This error message is triggered when:
  
  An employee's form of address (e.g., Mr., Mrs., Ms.) is changed in the system.
  The new form of address does not match the existing gender information in the system. For example, changing from "Mr." to "Mrs." would require a corresponding change in the gender field from "Male" to "Female."
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Employee's Data: Review the employee's personal data in the SAP system to confirm the current form of address and gender.
  Update Gender Information: If the form of address has been changed, ensure that the gender field is updated accordingly. This can usually be done in the infotype 0002 (Personal Data) or infotype 0006 (Addresses).
  Save Changes: After making the necessary updates, save the changes to ensure that the system reflects the correct information.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: The relevant infotypes for personal data management in SAP HR include:
  
  Infotype 0002 (Personal Data)
  Infotype 0006 (Addresses)
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to employee data in the SAP system.
  Data Consistency: Maintaining consistency between the form of address and gender is crucial for reporting and compliance purposes.
  User Training: It may be beneficial to provide training for HR personnel on how to handle changes in employee data to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP HR support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.