How To Fix RP172 - Form of address &1 is not permitted


RP172 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

  • Message number: 172

  • Message text: Form of address &1 is not permitted

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  • What causes this issue?

    For the form of address &V1& there is either no entry available in the
    <LS>Form of address key</> table, or the entry has a gender that is not
    allowed. In some country groupings the only forms of address allowed
    are those that show the gender as "female" or "male".

    How to fix this error?

    Either use a permissible form of address, or if necessary, change table
    T522G <LS>Form of address key</>.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


RP172 - Details

  • The SAP error message RP172 ("Form of address &1 is not permitted") typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) or personnel administration when there is an issue with the form of address assigned to a personnel record. This error indicates that the specified form of address is not valid or not allowed in the system.
    
    Cause: Invalid Form of Address: The form of address specified in the employee's master data (e.g., Mr., Mrs., Dr., etc.) does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
    Configuration Issues: The form of address may not be defined in the relevant configuration settings in SAP. Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the personnel data that leads to this error.
    Solution: Check the Form of Address: Go to the employee's master data (transaction code PA30 or PA20). Verify the form of address field and ensure it is correctly filled out. If the form of

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