How To Fix IDCN072 - Select an evaluation type

IDCN072 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDCN -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Select an evaluation type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDCN072 - Select an evaluation type ?

  The SAP error message IDCN072 "Select an evaluation type" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when working with internal orders, cost centers, or other controlling-related transactions. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify an evaluation type for the operation you are trying to perform, but none has been selected.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Evaluation Type: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected an evaluation type in the relevant transaction or screen.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling area or the specific transaction that require an evaluation type to be defined but are not set up correctly.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the selection of an evaluation type due to the layout of the screen or misunderstanding of the required fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select an Evaluation Type: 
  
  Go back to the transaction where the error occurred and