How To Fix 6X177 - Activity type in field &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6X - Financial Assets Management rollover messages

• Message number: 177

• Message text: Activity type in field &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6X177 - Activity type in field &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 6X177 indicates that the activity type specified in the field does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or project systems (PS) when trying to assign or use an activity type that has not been defined or is not available in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Activity Type: The activity type you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The activity type may exist, but it is not configured correctly or is not assigned to the relevant controlling area or project.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the specified activity type.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the entry of the activity type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activity Type:
  
  Go to the transaction code KP26 (Change Activity Type) or KP01 (Create Activity Type) to verify if the activity type exists.
  Ensure that the activity type is correctly defined and active in the relevant controlling area.
  
  
  
  Configuration:
  
  If the activity type does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., KP01).
  Ensure that the activity type is assigned to the correct controlling area and is configured properly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the activity type. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  Double-check the entry for any typographical errors. Ensure that the correct activity type code is being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the activity type or its configuration, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KP01: Create Activity Type
  KP02: Change Activity Type
  KP26: Change Activity Type Planning
  KSU5: Display Activity Type Planning
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to activity types.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and profiles are correctly set up to allow access to the necessary transactions and data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 6X177 and ensure that the activity type is correctly set up in your SAP system.