How To Fix KS279 - Specify an activity type / activity type interval

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KS - RK-S Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Specify an activity type / activity type interval

What causes this issue?

You have not specified an activity type or an activity type interval.
Therefore, no selection is possible.

How to fix this error?

Specify an activity type or an activity type interval.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS279 - Specify an activity type / activity type interval ?

  The SAP error message KS279 ("Specify an activity type / activity type interval") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to perform a transaction that requires specifying an activity type or an interval for an activity type, but this information is missing or incorrectly entered.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Activity Type: The activity type has not been specified in the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Activity Type: The activity type entered does not exist or is not valid for the context of the transaction.
  Interval Not Specified: If the transaction requires a range of activity types (an interval), and this has not been provided, the system will throw this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the controlling area or the activity types in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify Activity Type: Ensure that you have entered a valid activity type in the relevant field. Check if the activity type exists in the system.
  Check Activity Type Interval: If the transaction requires an interval, make sure to specify both the start and end of the interval correctly.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the controlling area to ensure that the activity types are correctly defined and assigned.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction you are using to understand the required fields and their formats.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the activity types you are trying to use.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to controlling, such as KP06 (Cost Center Planning), KP26 (Activity Type Planning), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the program to see where the error is being triggered for more insights.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it seems to be a configuration or system issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KS279 error and proceed with your transaction in SAP.