How To Fix 72106 - Name cannot be determined, infotype & not available for &

72106 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Name cannot be determined, infotype & not available for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 72106 - Name cannot be determined, infotype & not available for & ?

  The SAP error message 72106, which states "Name cannot be determined, infotype & not available for &," typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) modules when the system is unable to retrieve the name of an employee or a personnel number for a specific infotype. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The personnel number or employee record may not exist in the system, or the specific infotype (e.g., infotype 0001 for organizational assignment) may not have been maintained for that employee.
  Incorrect Infotype: The infotype specified in the error message may not be valid for the employee or may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the employee's data, leading to the inability to retrieve the name.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such