How To Fix AM158 - Save data first

AM158 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Save data first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM158 - Save data first ?

  The SAP error message AM158 ("Save data first") typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when a user attempts to perform an action that requires saved data, but the data has not yet been saved. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to post transactions, change asset master data, or execute certain reports.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsaved Changes: The most common cause is that the user has made changes to asset data or transactions but has not saved those changes before attempting to perform another action.
  Incomplete Data Entry: The user may have not filled in all required fields, leading to the system preventing further actions until the data is saved.
  Session Timeout: If the user has been inactive for a while, the session may have timed out, causing the system to require a save before proceeding.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Save the Data: The immediate solution is to save the current data entry or changes. Look