How To Fix RY160 - DI: Invalid activity type for generic transaction &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RY - Messages for RM Basis

• Message number: 160

• Message text: DI: Invalid activity type for generic transaction &

What causes this issue?

For the generic transaction, an incorrect value was transferred for the
<DS:DE.BU_AKTYP>activity type</> (AKTYP).

System Response

The generic transaction with the external number &V1& was not
transferred.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RY160 - DI: Invalid activity type for generic transaction & ?

  The SAP error message RY160 "DI: Invalid activity type for generic transaction &" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with activity types and cost centers. This error indicates that the system has encountered an invalid or unrecognized activity type for a specific transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Activity Type: The activity type being referenced in the transaction does not exist or is not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The activity type may not be properly configured in the controlling area or may not be assigned to the relevant cost center.
  Transaction Type Mismatch: The transaction type being used may not be compatible with the activity type specified.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified activity type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activity Type: Verify that the activity type referenced in the transaction is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the activity type configuration in the SAP system.
  
  Transaction Code: KP26 (Change Activity Type Planning) or KP06 (Change Plan Data).
  
  
  
  Configuration Review: Ensure that the activity type is correctly configured in the controlling area and is assigned to the relevant cost center.
  
  Transaction Code: OKKP (Control Area) to check the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Validation: Ensure that the transaction type being used is compatible with the activity type. Review the settings for the transaction type in the configuration.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction involving the specified activity type. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the CO module, such as KP26, KP06, OKKP, and others that may help in diagnosing the issue.
  User Forums: Consider searching SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for more in-depth troubleshooting.