How To Fix WTY161 - Choose an object type first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WTY - Warranty processing

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Choose an object type first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WTY161 - Choose an object type first ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WTY161 - Choose an object type first
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you attempt to perform an action or proceed in a transaction that requires you to first select or specify an object type, but you have not done so. In SAP, many processes related to workflow, document management, or object handling require the user to define the type of object they want to work with (e.g., a purchase order, a material, a vendor, etc.) before continuing.
  For example, in workflow or task assignment transactions, the system needs to know the object type to determine the relevant data and processing logic. If this is missing, the system throws the WTY161 error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select an Object Type:
  
  Before proceeding, make sure to explicitly select or enter the required object type in the relevant field or selection screen. This is usually a dropdown or input field labeled something like "Object Type," "Object," or "Reference Object."
  
  
  Check the Screen or Transaction Flow:
  
  Review the transaction or screen where the error occurs and ensure that the object type field is not left blank. If the field is not visible, check if you need to expand a section or if the screen layout is customized.
  
  
  Verify Customizing Settings:
  
  If the object type selection is missing or not available, check the customizing (SPRO) settings related to the transaction or workflow to ensure that object types are properly configured and assigned.
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Help:
  
  Use the SAP help or F1 help on the object type field to understand what values are expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Context of Use:
  
  This message is common in SAP Workflow (transaction SWDD, SWI1), Document Management System (DMS), or other modules where objects are referenced.
  
  
  Message Class:
  
  The message class for WTY messages is usually WTY (Workflow).
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  You might encounter this message in transactions like:
  
  SWI1 (Work Item Selection)
  SWDD (Workflow Builder)
  Other custom or standard transactions involving object selection.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  If the problem persists despite selecting the object type, check for relevant SAP Notes on the SAP Support Portal by searching for message WTY161 or the transaction you are using.
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WTY161 - Choose an object type first
  
  
  Cause
  Object type not selected before action
  
  
  Solution
  Select the required object type field
  
  
  Related
  Workflow, DMS, object-related transactions
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where you see this error, I can give more tailored advice.