IW170 - Key word & not recognized

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Key word & not recognized

What causes this issue?

You entered &V1& in the field <LS>Keyword ID</>. This entry is not
allowed in your system.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Check whether your entry is correct.
Contact your system administration if necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW170 - Key word & not recognized ?

  The SAP error message IW170, which states "Keyword & not recognized," typically occurs in the context of work order processing or maintenance management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system has encountered a keyword in a transaction or function that it does not recognize or cannot process.
  Causes:
  
  Typographical Error: The keyword entered may have been misspelled or incorrectly formatted.
  Missing Configuration: The keyword may not be defined in the system configuration or may not be valid for the specific transaction.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: The transaction code being used may not support the keyword being referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain keywords or functions.
  System Version: The keyword may be valid in a different version of SAP but not in the current version being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Typos: Review the keyword for any spelling mistakes or incorrect syntax.
  Verify Configuration: Ensure that the keyword is correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in SPRO.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files to confirm that the keyword is valid for the transaction you are using.
  Use Correct Transaction Code: Make sure you are using the appropriate transaction code that supports the keyword.
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the functionality related to the keyword.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it seems to be a system-specific issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes related to maintenance orders, such as IW31 (Create Order), IW32 (Change Order), and IW33 (Display Order).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to IW170 for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IW170 error and implement a suitable solution.