How To Fix CO160 - Select a processing type

CO160 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Select a processing type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO160 - Select a processing type ?

  The SAP error message CO160, which states "Select a processing type," typically occurs in the context of production order processing or when working with cost object controlling. This error indicates that the system requires the user to specify a processing type for the operation being performed, but none has been selected.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Processing Type: The user has not selected a processing type in the relevant screen or transaction.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to allow for the selection of processing types.
  User Role/Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to select or view processing types.
  Transaction Context: The error may arise in specific transactions where processing types are mandatory but not provided.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Processing Type: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant screen where the error occurred.
  Look for a dropdown or selection field for processing types.
  Choose an appropriate processing type from the list.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an SAP administrator, check the