How To Fix 37175 - Choose a processing type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 175

• Message text: Choose a processing type

What causes this issue?

No processing option was selected for screen maintenance.

How to fix this error?

You must start screen maintenance by choosing a processing option,
selecting a function from the menu bar or activating a pushbutton.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37175 - Choose a processing type ?

  The SAP error message 37175, which states "Choose a processing type," typically occurs in the context of certain transactions or processes where the system requires the user to specify a processing type but none has been selected. This error is often encountered in areas such as document processing, data entry, or configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection: The user has not selected a processing type from the available options.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system that does not allow the processing type to be determined automatically.
  User Role/Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain processing types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Processing Type: 
  
  Go back to the screen where the error occurred and look for a dropdown or selection box for processing types. Choose an appropriate processing type that fits the context of your transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the relevant configuration for the transaction or module you are working with. Ensure that processing types are correctly defined and available for selection.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the processing types. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or module to understand the expected processing types and their implications.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes depending on the context (e.g., MM, SD, FI).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this error.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the specific processes and required selections to minimize the occurrence of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 37175 and continue with your SAP processes.