C++ :: Error Using (this) Pointer In Static Members Function?

I am trying to use 'this' pointer but i am confused why 'this' pointer is not available for static member functions.

Code:
#include <iostream>
#include <fstream>
#include <stdlib.h>
using namespace std;
const int MAX = 20;
const int MAXPTR = 100;
class name {
private :
char fname[MAX], mname[MAX], lname[MAX];

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I am using GNU GCC Compiler via Code::Block

Error : 'this' is unavailable for static member functions