How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML018 - 'Date And Place Of Birth' used, but field 'City of Birth' not filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: 'Date And Place Of Birth' used, but field 'City of Birth' not filled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML018 - 'Date And Place Of Birth' used, but field 'City of Birth' not filled ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML018 indicates that there is a validation issue related to the "Date and Place of Birth" information in the system. Specifically, it suggests that while the "Date and Place of Birth" field has been populated, the "City of Birth" field has not been filled in, which is likely a requirement for the data to be considered complete.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Data Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the user has entered a date and place of birth but has neglected to fill in the city of birth.
  Data Mapping Issues: If data is being imported or converted from another system, there may be a mapping issue where the city of birth is not being correctly populated.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that require the city of birth to be filled when the date and place of birth are provided.
  
  Solution:
  
  Fill in the Missing Field: The simplest solution is to ensure that the "City of Birth" field is filled in whenever the "Date and Place of Birth" is provided. Check the relevant data entry screen and complete the required fields.
  Review Data Import/Conversion Logic: If the data is being imported or converted, review the logic to ensure that the city of birth is being correctly populated from the source data.
  Check Configuration Settings: If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the SAP system to see if there are any validation rules that require the city of birth to be filled in conjunction with the date and place of birth.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for any specific requirements related to the data fields in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  User Training: Ensure that users entering data are trained on the importance of filling in all required fields to avoid such errors.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide further insight into the issue.
  
  By addressing the missing "City of Birth" field, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the data entry complies with the system's requirements.