How To Fix DH160 - Invalid value & for dialog type

DH160 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DH - DD: Messages for search helps

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Invalid value & for dialog type

What causes this issue?

The <DS:DE.DDSHDIATYP>dialog type</> of the elementary search help is
not a valid value for this attribute.

System Response

INCLUDE DDDOC_CANCEL

How to fix this error?

Use the input help for the dialog type field in the maintenance
transaction of the ABAP Dictionary for the elementary search help to
assign this attribute a valid value.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DH160 - Invalid value & for dialog type ?

  The SAP error message DH160, which states "Invalid value & for dialog type," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of dialog types in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to execute a transaction or when configuring certain settings in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The dialog type specified in the configuration is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the input value for the dialog type.
  Missing Customization: The dialog type may not have been properly defined or customized in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain dialog types.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for dialog types in the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction code SPRO). Ensure that the dialog type you are trying to use is correctly defined.
  Correct Input: Double-check the