How To Fix W0161 - Site &1 is no &2; select a site with the correct site type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W0 - Customizing - ISR

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Site &1 is no &2; select a site with the correct site type

What causes this issue?

You enter or change an entry for the site type &V2&. You have specified
the entry more precisely and entered site &V1&. However, this site has a
different site type.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_VERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Correct the site or the site type for your entry.
&EXAMPLE& 1
You make an entry that describes the break-down of structured materials
in stores. You can then only specify a store as a site, not a
distribution center.
&EXAMPLE& 2
You make an entry that describes the break-down of structured materials
in site ABCD. You then also have to select the correct site type for the
entry, for example, "store", if site ABCD is a store.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W0161 - Site &1 is no &2; select a site with the correct site type ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W0161 - Site &1 is no &2; select a site with the correct site type
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message occurs when you try to assign or use a site (plant, storage location, or other site-related master data) that does not have the expected or required site type in the given context.
  
  &1 represents the site (e.g., plant or storage location) you entered.
  &2 represents the expected site type (e.g., plant, storage location, shipping point, etc.).
  
  The system checks the site type against the expected type for the transaction or master data you are processing. If the site type does not match, the system issues this warning to prevent incorrect data assignment.
  Common causes include:
  
  Using a plant number where a storage location is expected.
  Using a site that is not defined as a plant in the system.
  Using a site that is not assigned the correct site category or type in customizing.
  Data entry errors where the wrong site is selected.
  
  
  Where it occurs:
  
  When creating or changing material master data.
  During sales order processing.
  When assigning shipping points or delivery plants.
  In inventory management or warehouse management transactions.
  Any transaction requiring a site with a specific type.
  
  
  Solution / How to fix:
  
  
  Check the site master data:
  
  Go to transaction OX10 (for plants) or OVX5 (for storage locations) or the relevant customizing transaction.
  Verify the site number &1 and confirm its site type.
  
  
  
  Verify the expected site type:
  
  Understand what site type &2 is expected in the transaction.
  For example, if a plant is expected, ensure the site is defined as a plant.
  
  
  
  Correct the site assignment:
  
  If the site is incorrectly defined, adjust the site master data to assign the correct site type.
  If the wrong site was entered, select the correct site with the appropriate type.
  
  
  
  Check customizing settings:
  
  In IMG, check the configuration for site types and their assignments.
  For example, in Logistics Execution or Sales and Distribution, check shipping point determination and plant assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult documentation or SAP notes:
  
  Sometimes, this warning can be triggered due to missing or inconsistent configuration.
  Check SAP Notes or documentation for your specific module.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This is a warning message (W0161), so it may not stop the transaction but indicates a potential data inconsistency.
  Ignoring this warning may lead to incorrect processing or errors downstream.
  Always ensure site master data is maintained correctly and consistently across modules.
  
  
  Example:
  If you try to assign a storage location number where a plant number is required, the system will issue:
  W0161 Site 1000 is no plant; select a site with the correct site type
  You should then check if site 1000 is defined as a plant in the system and correct the entry accordingly.
  
  If you need help with a specific transaction or module, please provide more details!