How To Fix AM072 - Invalid operation; details ignored &

AM072 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Invalid operation; details ignored &

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AM072 - Details

• The SAP error message AM072 "Invalid operation; details ignored" typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when there is an issue with the processing of asset transactions. This error can arise due to various reasons, including incorrect configuration, invalid data entries, or issues with the asset master data.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Transaction Type: The transaction type used may not be valid for the operation being performed.
  Incorrect Asset Master Data: The asset master data may have missing or incorrect information, such as invalid cost center or asset class.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Transaction Type: Ensure that the transaction type being used is valid for the operation you are trying to perform. Refer to the