How To Fix AM161 - Select one address only as the company address

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Select one address only as the company address

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM161 - Select one address only as the company address ?

  The SAP error message AM161, which states "Select one address only as the company address," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there are multiple addresses defined for a company code or asset, and the system requires that only one address be designated as the company address.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Addresses Defined: The error arises when there are multiple addresses assigned to a company code or asset, and the system expects only one to be marked as the company address.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the asset master data or company code settings where multiple addresses are incorrectly set up.
  Data Entry Errors: During the creation or modification of asset master records, users may inadvertently assign multiple addresses.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Address Assignments:
  
  Go to the asset master record (transaction code AS02 or AS03) and check the address details.
  Ensure that only one address is marked as the company address. You can do this by editing the address details and selecting the appropriate address as the company address.
  
  
  
  Adjust Company Code Settings:
  
  Navigate to the company code settings in the configuration (transaction code SPRO).
  Check the address settings for the company code and ensure that only one address is designated as the company address.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If there are multiple addresses that are not needed, consider deleting or deactivating the unnecessary addresses to avoid confusion in the future.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed steps on managing addresses in Asset Accounting.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users involved in asset management are trained on how to properly assign addresses to avoid this error in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  AS01: Create Asset Master Record
  AS02: Change Asset Master Record
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By ensuring that only one address is designated as the company address, you should be able to resolve the AM161 error and proceed with your asset accounting tasks.