How To Fix OQ_E171 - No default, or invalid, processing type defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ_E - IS-Oil SSR : Message pool Payment Card Processing

• Message number: 171

• Message text: No default, or invalid, processing type defined

What causes this issue?

You have not defined a default processing type in customizing for this
payment card/company code combination,
or you have defined a processing type in customizing that is not a
valid processing type.

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?

If you selected 'Default processing type' on the entry screen, you
must select another processing type because no default is defined, or
for this company code/payment card combination, you must add or change
the 'Processing/Settlement Type' in customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_E171 - No default, or invalid, processing type defined ?

  The SAP error message OQ_E171 ("No default, or invalid, processing type defined") typically occurs in the context of order processing, particularly when dealing with production orders, sales orders, or similar transactions. This error indicates that the system cannot determine a valid processing type for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The processing type for the specific order type or transaction may not be defined in the system configuration.
  Invalid Order Type: The order type you are trying to use may not have a valid processing type assigned to it.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may interfere with the standard processing types.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (like material master, BOM, routing, etc.) may not be correctly set up, leading to the inability to determine the processing type.
  User Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain processing types.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction SPRO) and navigate to the relevant area (e.g., Production, Sales and Distribution) to ensure that the processing types are correctly defined for the order types you are using.
  Ensure that the processing type is assigned to the relevant order type.
  
  
  
  Review Order Type Settings:
  
  Check the specific order type in the system to ensure that it has a valid processing type assigned. You can do this through transaction codes like OPL8 (for production orders) or similar transactions for other order types.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (material master, BOM, routing, etc.) is correctly maintained and that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Enhancements:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue. You may need to consult with your ABAP team or SAP support.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. You may need to check the user's role and authorization profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), OPL8 (for production order types), and others depending on the context of the error.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to order processing and configuration for more detailed guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.