How To Fix 72169 - Quota type 99 is reserved for the Leave Entitlement infotype

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Quota type 99 is reserved for the Leave Entitlement infotype

What causes this issue?

You want to assign absence quota 99 in processing. This quota is
reserved for the <ZH>Leave Entitlement</> infotype (0005) and cannot be
used as a quota type in the <ZH>Absence Quotas</> infotype (2006).

System Response

The assignment of quota 99 is not permitted here.

How to fix this error?

Delete the corresponding entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 72169 - Quota type 99 is reserved for the Leave Entitlement infotype ?

  The SAP error message 72169, which states "Quota type 99 is reserved for the Leave Entitlement infotype," typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) when there is an attempt to process leave requests or manage leave entitlements in a way that conflicts with the system's configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Quota Type Misconfiguration: Quota type 99 is specifically reserved for the Leave Entitlement infotype (IT 2006). If there is an attempt to use this quota type for other purposes or if it is incorrectly configured, the system will throw this error.
  Incorrect Infotype Usage: The error may arise if there is an attempt to create or modify leave entitlements using a quota type that is not intended for that purpose.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate leave quotas, they may inadvertently be trying to use quota type 99 incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for leave quotas and entitlement types is correct. This can be done in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under:
  
  Personnel Management > Time Management > Leave Entitlement > Define Quota Types.
  Verify that quota type 99 is set up correctly and is not being used for any other purpose.
  
  
  
  Review Infotype Usage: Make sure that the infotypes being used for leave management are appropriate. For leave entitlements, ensure that IT 2006 is being used correctly with quota type 99.
  
  
  Custom Code Review: If there are any custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it is not trying to manipulate quota type 99 inappropriately. Adjust the logic to use the correct quota types as needed.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error does not recur and that leave entitlements are processed correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 2006 (Leave Entitlement): This infotype is used to manage leave entitlements for employees. Quota type 99 is specifically reserved for this infotype.
  Quota Types: Quota types in SAP are used to define different types of leave (e.g., vacation, sick leave) and their rules. Each quota type has specific configurations and purposes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance on quota type configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HCM specialist or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.