How To Fix 72218 - No applicable quotas exist for personnel number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 218

• Message text: No applicable quotas exist for personnel number &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 72218 - No applicable quotas exist for personnel number &1 ?

  The SAP error message "72218 No applicable quotas exist for personnel number &1" typically occurs in the context of time management or personnel administration when the system is unable to find any valid quota records for a specific employee (identified by the personnel number).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Quota Records: The most common cause is that there are no quota records (like vacation, sick leave, etc.) created for the specified personnel number.
  Quota Expiration: The quotas may have expired or been fully utilized, leading to the absence of applicable quotas.
  Incorrect Personnel Number: The personnel number provided may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  Quota Type Not Defined: The specific type of quota being requested may not be defined for the employee.
  Time Evaluation Not Run: If the time evaluation has not been executed, the system may not have generated the necessary quota records.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Quota Records: Verify if the employee has any quota records by navigating to the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 2006 for Absences) in the SAP system.
  Create Quota Records: If no records exist, you may need to create them manually or ensure that the automatic generation of quotas is set up correctly.
  Run Time Evaluation: If applicable, run the time evaluation process to generate the necessary quota records.
  Verify Personnel Number: Double-check the personnel number for accuracy and ensure that the employee exists in the system.
  Check Quota Configuration: Ensure that the quota types are correctly configured in the system and that they are applicable to the employee's personnel area and group.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as 2006 (Absences) and 2001 (Absence Quotas).
  Quota Types: Understand the different types of quotas defined in your organization and their rules.
  Time Management Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to time management and quota generation.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify quota records.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP HR module administrator or technical support for further assistance.