How To Fix 72036 - Infotype &1 does not exist in table T582A

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 72 - Message Class for Time Management Reports

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Infotype &1 does not exist in table T582A

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The infotype you specified is not recognized in the system.

How to fix this error?

Make the required entry in table T582A.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 72036 - Infotype &1 does not exist in table T582A ?

  The SAP error message "72036 Infotype &1 does not exist in table T582A" typically indicates that the system is trying to access an infotype that is not defined in the T582A table. The T582A table is used in SAP HR (Human Resources) to store information about infotypes, which are data structures used to manage employee data.
  Cause:
  
  Infotype Not Defined: The specified infotype (represented by &1 in the error message) is not defined in the T582A table. This could happen if the infotype was never created or if it was deleted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the HR module that prevent the infotype from being recognized.
  Transport Issues: If the infotype was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused it not to be created properly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain infotypes, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype Definition: Verify if the infotype exists in the T582A table. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and checking the contents of the T582A table.
  Create or Modify Infotype: If the infotype does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction PM01 (Infotype Maintenance) or check with your HR configuration team to ensure it is set up correctly.
  Check Transport Logs: If the infotype was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype. This can be checked in transaction SU53 (Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific infotype for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are used in SAP HR to store various types of employee-related data, such as personal information, payroll data, and organizational assignments.
  T582A Table: This table contains the definitions of infotypes, including their attributes and characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific infotype or error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.