How To Fix RP609 - Position 10 of PI number is not compatible with gender (female)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 609

• Message text: Position 10 of PI number is not compatible with gender (female)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP609 - Position 10 of PI number is not compatible with gender (female) ?

  The SAP error message "RP609 Position 10 of PI number is not compatible with gender (female)" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or personnel administration when there is a mismatch between the gender specified in the employee's master data and the information in the Personal Identification (PI) number.
  Cause:
  
  Gender Mismatch: The error indicates that the gender associated with the employee's Personal Identification number (PI number) does not match the gender specified in the employee's master data. For example, if the employee is marked as female in the master data but the PI number indicates a male, this error will occur.
  Incorrect PI Number: The PI number itself may be incorrect or not properly assigned to the employee.
  Data Entry Errors: There may have been a mistake during data entry, either in the employee's master data or in the PI number assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Employee Master Data: Check the employee's master data in SAP to ensure that the gender is correctly specified. You can do this by navigating to the employee's record in the Personnel Administration module.
  Check PI Number: Verify the PI number assigned to the employee. Ensure that it is correct and corresponds to the employee's gender.
  Correct Data: If there is a mismatch, correct the gender in the employee's master data or update the PI number to reflect the correct gender.
  Consult with HR: If you are unsure about the correct gender or PI number, consult with your HR department or the person responsible for maintaining employee records.
  Reprocess Payroll: After making the necessary corrections, reprocess the payroll or any relevant transactions that were affected by this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view or edit employee records.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on handling personnel administration and payroll errors.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to view and edit employee master data in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after checking and correcting the data, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or technical support for further assistance.