How To Fix R1208 - Date of death may not be earlier than date of birth


R1208 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

  • Message number: 208

  • Message text: Date of death may not be earlier than date of birth

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1208 - Date of death may not be earlier than date of birth ?
    The SAP error message R1208, which states "Date of death may not be earlier than date of birth," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or human resources management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system has detected an inconsistency in the data being entered for an employee or individual, specifically regarding the dates of birth and death.
    
    Cause: The error is triggered when the date of death entered for an individual is earlier than their date of birth. This is logically incorrect, as a person cannot die before they are born. The system enforces this rule to maintain data integrity.
    Solution: To resolve this error, follow these steps: Verify Dates: Check the date of birth and date of death entered in the system. Ensure that the date of death is indeed later than the date of birth. Correct the Data: If the date of death is incorrect, update it to reflect

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