How To Fix CMS_SHP019 - Enter valid activity type

CMS_SHP019 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_SHP - Message Class for Ship

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Enter valid activity type

Procedure for System Administrators

You have not specified an activity type. This is mandatory. The system
identifies three activity types: 01 (create), 02 (change); 03
(Display).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_SHP019 - Enter valid activity type ?

  The SAP error message CMS_SHP019, which states "Enter valid activity type," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with activity types in cost centers or internal orders. This error indicates that the system is unable to recognize the activity type you have entered, which may be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Activity Type: The activity type you entered does not exist in the system or is not defined in the relevant controlling area.
  Inactive Activity Type: The activity type may exist but is not currently active or has been deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified activity type.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or the activity type settings that prevent it from being recognized.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be typographical errors in the activity type code entered.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Activity Type: Check if the