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

RY160 - Overview

• 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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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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