How To Fix HRPSGB_HER172 - SEXID is not maintained on &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_HER - HR PS GB Higher Education Messages (USS, HESA etc)

• Message number: 172

• Message text: SEXID is not maintained on &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPSGB_HER172 - SEXID is not maintained on &1. ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_HER172 indicates that the "SEXID" (Sex Identifier) is not maintained for a specific employee or personnel number in the system. This error typically arises in the context of HR (Human Resources) data management, particularly when processing employee records or during payroll processing.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system expects a value for the SEXID field, which is used to identify the gender of an employee, but it is missing or not maintained in the employee's master data. This can happen due to:
  
  Incomplete Employee Data: The employee's personal information has not been fully entered or updated in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the SEXID field may not have been populated correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the infotypes related to personal data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to ensure that the SEXID is properly maintained for the affected employee. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Employee Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Enter the personnel number of the employee who is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Check Infotype 0002 (Personal Data):
  
  Select Infotype 0002 (Personal Data) and check if the SEXID field is filled in.
  If it is blank, you will need to enter the appropriate value (e.g., 'M' for Male, 'F' for Female, or other values as per your organization's configuration).
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the required information, save the changes.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Transaction:
  
  After maintaining the SEXID, reprocess the transaction that generated the error to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0002: This infotype contains personal data about the employee, including their name, date of birth, and sex.
  Data Consistency: Ensure that all relevant infotypes are consistently maintained to avoid similar errors in the future.
  Authorization: Make sure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to employee master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP HR module support team or refer to SAP support for further assistance.