How To Fix AIN_INT_MSG057 - System name is invalid

AIN_INT_MSG057 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AIN_INT_MSG - AIN EAM Integration Messages

• Message number: 057

• Message text: System name is invalid

What causes this issue?

You are trying to synchronize in a system which is not in the general
configuration.

System Response

The system will cancel processing.

How to fix this error?

You need to maintain the AIN system name in transaction <ZK>SM30</>,
using the view <ZK>AIN_V_GEN_CONFIG</>. You also need to check whether
you have added this system to your external system list in AIN.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AIN_INT_MSG057 - System name is invalid ?

  The SAP error message AIN_INT_MSG057, which states "System name is invalid," typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Information Management (AIN) or related modules. This error indicates that the system name provided in a configuration or transaction is not recognized or is incorrectly formatted.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect System Name: The system name entered may not match any of the configured systems in the SAP landscape.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured in the AIN settings or in the relevant integration settings.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the system name, such as incorrect spelling or case sensitivity.
  Missing System Definition: The system may not be defined in the relevant configuration tables or settings.
  Network Issues: If the system name refers to a remote system, there may be network connectivity issues preventing recognition.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify System Name: Check the system name you are using and ensure it is spelled correctly and matches the expected