How To Fix CRM_GPM_APPLICATION061 - Request type &1 is not valid; Enter a valid request type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_GPM_APPLICATION - Message class for Grants Program Management Application

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Request type &1 is not valid; Enter a valid request type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_GPM_APPLICATION061 - Request type &1 is not valid; Enter a valid request type ?

  The SAP error message CRM_GPM_APPLICATION061 indicates that the request type you are trying to use is not valid in the context of the operation you are performing. This error typically occurs in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module, particularly when dealing with the Global Price Management (GPM) functionality.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Request Type: The request type you entered does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  Configuration Issues: The request type may not be set up in the system for the specific application or process you are trying to execute.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified request type.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the request type entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Request Type: Verify that the request type you are using is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to see the list of valid request types.
  
  
  
  Configuration: If the request type is not valid, you may need to create or configure it:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Global Price Management and ensure that the request type is defined correctly.
  If necessary, create a new request type that meets your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the specified request type. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Data Entry: Double-check the input for any typographical errors. Ensure that the request type is entered correctly without any extra spaces or incorrect characters.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on valid request types and their configurations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or SE11 to check the data dictionary for request types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your operations in the SAP CRM system.