How To Fix AM148 - No valid communication types maintained in language &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 148

• Message text: No valid communication types maintained in language &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM148 - No valid communication types maintained in language & ?

  The SAP error message AM148 "No valid communication types maintained in language &" typically occurs when there is an issue with the communication types defined for a specific language in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of Asset Management (AM) or when dealing with communication-related functionalities in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Communication Types: The error indicates that there are no valid communication types defined for the specified language in the system. Communication types are essential for various processes, including notifications, messages, and other forms of communication within SAP.
  Language Configuration: The language specified in the error message may not have been properly configured in the system, leading to the absence of communication types.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they may not have included the necessary communication types for the specified language.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Communication Types:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path for communication types (e.g., under Asset Management or General Settings).
  Ensure that valid communication types are defined for the language in question.
  
  
  
  Maintain Communication Types:
  
  If no communication types are maintained, you will need to create or maintain them.
  You can do this by selecting the appropriate communication type and ensuring it is linked to the required language.
  
  
  
  Language Settings:
  
  Verify the language settings in your user profile and ensure that the language you are using is supported and configured correctly in the system.
  You can check this in the user settings or by using transaction SU01 to view user profiles.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the transport requests containing the communication type configurations are moved to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to communication types and language settings for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves custom developments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, SU01, and others that may help in configuration and user management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to AM148 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access and maintain communication types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AM148 error and ensure that valid communication types are maintained for the specified language in your SAP system.