How To Fix 72111 - Infotype &1 not available on &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Infotype &1 not available on &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 72111 - Infotype &1 not available on &2 ?

  The SAP error message 72111, which states "Infotype &1 not available on &2," typically occurs when you are trying to access a specific infotype (in this case, represented by &1) for a personnel number or object (represented by &2) that does not have any data recorded for that infotype on the specified date.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The infotype you are trying to access does not have any records for the specified personnel number on the given date.
  Incorrect Date: The date you are using to access the infotype may not correspond to any valid records.
  Infotype Configuration: The infotype may not be configured correctly in the system, or it may not be active for the personnel area or employee group.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the infotype data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Availability:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if the infotype has any records for the specified personnel number and date.
  If there are no records, you may need to create or maintain the infotype data.
  
  
  
  Verify Date:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct date when trying to access the infotype. If you are looking for historical data, make sure the date falls within the range of the infotype records.
  
  
  
  Review Infotype Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the infotype in the system. Ensure that it is active and properly set up for the relevant personnel area and employee group.
  You can check this in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO) under the relevant HR module.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view or maintain the infotype data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the infotype or its purpose, refer to SAP documentation or consult with an HR module expert within your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of information about employees, such as personal data, organizational assignment, and payroll data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like PA20, PA30, and PA40 (for maintaining infotypes) to navigate HR data effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific infotype you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.