How To Fix RP751 - Enter family status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 751

• Message text: Enter family status

What causes this issue?

You have not made an entry in the "family status" field. You have
however, entered a validity start date of the current family status.
This is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Please enter the family status or delete the date from the "family
status since" field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP751 - Enter family status ?

  The SAP error message RP751 "Enter family status" typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing when the system requires the entry of an employee's family status for benefits, tax calculations, or other HR-related functions.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the family status field is left blank or not filled out correctly in the employee's master data. Family status is important for various calculations, such as tax deductions, benefits eligibility, and other HR-related processes.
  Solution:
  To resolve the RP751 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Select the Employee:
  
  Enter the employee's personnel number and select the relevant infotype (usually IT0021 - Family Status).
  
  
  
  Enter Family Status:
  
  Fill in the family status field. Common values include:
  
  Single
  Married
  Divorced
  Widowed
  Separated
  
  
  Ensure that the information is accurate and reflects the employee's current situation.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the required information, save the changes to the employee's master data.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process:
  
  If the error occurred during a specific process (like payroll), re-run that process to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Family status is typically stored in infotype 0021 (Family Status) in SAP HR.
  Configuration: Ensure that the family status field is configured correctly in the system settings. This may involve checking the configuration in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Personnel Administration.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's HR policies for specific guidelines on how to handle family status entries.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to edit employee master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP HR administrator or technical support team for further assistance.