How To Fix J#160 - Enter a view, a portfolio hierarchy, and a PH node

J#160 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J# -

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Enter a view, a portfolio hierarchy, and a PH node

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J#160 - Enter a view, a portfolio hierarchy, and a PH node ?

  The SAP error message J#160 typically occurs in the context of SAP Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) when a user attempts to execute a function that requires specific input parameters related to views, portfolio hierarchies, and portfolio hierarchy nodes. This error indicates that the system expects you to provide these parameters, but they are either missing or incorrectly specified.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input Parameters: The error arises when the required fields for a view, portfolio hierarchy, and portfolio hierarchy node are not filled in.
  Incorrect Configuration: The portfolio hierarchy or nodes may not be properly configured in the system.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified views or hierarchies.
  System Bugs or Issues: Occasionally, there may be bugs or issues in the SAP system that lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have entered a valid view, portfolio hierarchy, and portfolio hierarchy node in the relevant fields.