How To Fix /SMB/SC_MAIN160 - Illegal selection type &1. Not a valid selection file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/SC_MAIN -

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Illegal selection type &1. Not a valid selection file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/SC_MAIN160 - Illegal selection type &1. Not a valid selection file ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/SC_MAIN160 Illegal selection type &1. Not a valid selection file typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business One or SAP Business Suite when there is an issue with the selection criteria or the selection file being used in a report or data extraction process.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Selection Type: The error indicates that the selection type specified (represented by &1) is not recognized or is not valid for the operation being performed.
  Corrupted or Incorrect Selection File: The selection file being referenced may be corrupted, improperly formatted, or not compatible with the current operation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the selection file from being recognized correctly.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the selection file or the data it references.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Type: Verify that the selection type you are using is valid. Refer to the documentation or help files for the specific transaction or report to ensure you are using the correct type.
  Review Selection File: If you are using a selection file, check its integrity. Ensure that it is correctly formatted and not corrupted. You may need to recreate the selection file if it is found to be invalid.
  Permissions Check: Ensure that the user executing the operation has the necessary permissions to access the selection file and the data it references.
  System Configuration: Review the system configuration settings related to selection files and ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes that may be involved in the process where the error occurs.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.