How To Fix EC160 - Enter a letter contained in the word &

EC160 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EC - Development environment: Menu Painter

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Enter a letter contained in the word &

What causes this issue?

You entered a fastpath letter that does not occur in the name.

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?

The letter you choose for the fastpath must be unique and present in
the name. If this is not possible, either choose a different name or
change the fastpath of the other texts in the menu.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EC160 - Enter a letter contained in the word & ?

  The SAP error message EC160, which states "Enter a letter contained in the word &," typically occurs when the system expects a specific input that matches a predefined set of characters or options. This error is often seen in scenarios where the user is required to select or input a value that is part of a defined list or word.
  
  Cause:
  
  Input Validation: The system is expecting a specific character or letter from a predefined set of options. If the user inputs a character that is not part of that set, the error will be triggered.
  Field Requirements: Certain fields in SAP may have restrictions on the type of input allowed, and this error can occur if the input does not meet those requirements.
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration of the system or the specific transaction may not be set up correctly, leading to unexpected validation errors.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Ensure that you are entering a