How To Fix PT071 - This validity area is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PT - Messages for ABAP print functions

• Message number: 071

• Message text: This validity area is not available

What causes this issue?

It would make little sense for a default setting to be valid only in
the background or dialog and only for a particular report. This option
is therefore not available.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PT071 - This validity area is not available ?

  The SAP error message PT071, which states "This validity area is not available," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or time management when the system is unable to find the specified validity area for a particular infotype or data record. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Validity Area: The validity area specified in the infotype record may not exist or may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the validity areas in the relevant infotypes may not be set up properly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified validity area.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to not recognize the validity area.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may be affecting the way validity areas are processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Validity Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant infotype and check if the validity area is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the validity area is active and properly linked to the relevant organizational units.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has access to the required validity area.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction codes like PA30 or PA20 to check the infotype records for the employee in question.
  Look for any inconsistencies or missing data that might be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any system-level issues or inconsistencies that may be affecting the validity areas.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program flow to identify where the error is being triggered.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Validity areas are often associated with specific infotypes in SAP, such as infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) or infotype 0002 (Personal Data).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) for configuration.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to personnel administration and time management for more insights into validity areas and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PT071 error and implement a solution to resolve it.