How To Fix 72114 - Leave type & not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Leave type & not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 72114 - Leave type & not permitted ?

  The SAP error message 72114, which states "Leave type & not permitted," typically occurs in the context of time management and personnel administration when an employee attempts to request or record a leave type that is not allowed for their specific situation or configuration in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The leave type may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing settings in the absence type configuration or the employee's infotype records.
  Authorization Problems: The employee may not have the necessary authorizations to request or record that specific leave type.
  Employee Status: The employee's current status (e.g., on probation, inactive, etc.) may restrict them from taking certain types of leave.
  Leave Type Restrictions: Certain leave types may be restricted based on company policies or collective agreements.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for absence types in the SAP system (usually found in the SPRO transaction under "Personnel Management" > "Time Management" > "Absences" > "Define Absence Types").
  Ensure that the leave type in question is properly configured and allowed for the relevant employee groups.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Records:
  
  Check the employee's infotype records (e.g., IT0001, IT0007) to ensure that their status and other relevant data are correct.
  Verify if the employee is eligible for the leave type based on their employment contract or company policy.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the employee has the necessary authorizations to request the leave type. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the employee.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with the HR department or the SAP support team to understand if there are any specific policies or configurations that might be affecting the leave type.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If changes are made to the configuration or employee records, conduct tests to ensure that the leave type can now be requested without errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to time management and absence types for further insights into configuration and usage.
  User Training: Ensure that employees are trained on the correct procedures for requesting leave to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.