How To Fix REORHM043 - Enter a date of birth

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REORHM - Message Class for Accommodations Management

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Enter a date of birth

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REORHM043 - Enter a date of birth ?

  The SAP error message REORHM043, which prompts the user to "Enter a date of birth," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or employee master data management within the SAP system. This error indicates that a required field for the date of birth has not been filled in, which is necessary for processing employee records.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that the date of birth field is left blank when creating or updating an employee record.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The date of birth may have been entered in an incorrect format or in a field that does not accept it.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require the date of birth to be filled in for certain actions or transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Date of Birth: Navigate to the relevant employee record and ensure that the date of birth field is filled in correctly. The format typically required is DD.MM.YYYY or as specified by your organization's settings.
  Check Required Fields: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the date of birth field is marked as required for the relevant transactions.
  Validation: Ensure that the date entered is valid (e.g., not a future date, and within reasonable limits for human age).
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing training to users on the importance of filling in all required fields when entering employee data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes related to employee data management, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for guidelines on maintaining employee master data and the importance of required fields.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.