How To Fix 72160 - Specify at least one processing type

72160 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Specify at least one processing type

What causes this issue?

You have selected the processing of remaining entitlements for the
quota, but have not determined an exact processing type.

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?

Decide whether you want to transfer or compensate the quota remainders,
and select the corresponding checkbox.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 72160 - Specify at least one processing type ?

  The SAP error message 72160, which states "Specify at least one processing type," typically occurs in the context of certain transactions or processes where the system expects the user to specify a processing type but none has been provided. This error can arise in various modules, such as SAP MM (Materials Management), SD (Sales and Distribution), or others, depending on the specific transaction being executed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected or entered a processing type in the relevant field. This could be due to oversight or misunderstanding of the required input.
  
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the error may arise from incorrect configuration settings in the system that do not allow for the selection of processing types.
  User Authorizations: Lack of proper authorizations may prevent users from accessing certain processing types, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have filled