How To Fix HRPIQ000445 - Form-of-address key & cannot be used with gender &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 445

• Message text: Form-of-address key & cannot be used with gender &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ000445 - Form-of-address key & cannot be used with gender & ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ000445 indicates that there is a mismatch between the form-of-address key and the gender specified in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or when dealing with master data related to individuals in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the form-of-address key (which defines how a person's name is addressed, such as Mr., Mrs., Ms., etc.) does not correspond correctly with the gender of the individual. For example, if the form-of-address key is set to "Mr." but the gender is set to "Female," the system will throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Form-of-Address Key: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0002 for Personal Data) in the SAP system.
  Verify the form-of-address key assigned to the individual. Ensure it matches the gender of the person.
  
  
  
  Update the Gender:
  
  If the form-of-address is correct but the gender is incorrect, update the gender field to match the form-of-address.
  
  
  
  Correct the Data Entry:
  
  If there was a data entry error, correct the form-of-address or gender as necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to form-of-address and gender mappings. This may require access to the SAP customizing settings (transaction SPRO).
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: The error is often related to specific infotypes in SAP HR, particularly Infotype 0002 (Personal Data).
  Form-of-Address Keys: These are defined in the system and can be customized. Ensure that the keys are correctly set up to reflect the expected gender associations.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user making the changes has the appropriate permissions to modify personnel data.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP HR module administrator or a technical consultant who can provide further assistance.