How To Fix AM277 - Reference with company address; field PERS_ADDR must have the value ' '

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 277

• Message text: Reference with company address; field PERS_ADDR must have the value ' '

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM277 - Reference with company address; field PERS_ADDR must have the value ' ' ?

  The SAP error message AM277 indicates that there is an issue with the address reference in the Asset Management module. Specifically, the error states that the field PERS_ADDR (which typically refers to a personal address) must have a value of ' ' (blank) when referencing a company address.
  Cause:
  The error usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Address Assignment: The asset is being assigned a personal address when it should be linked to a company address.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the asset master data settings that does not allow for the correct assignment of addresses.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of the asset, an incorrect value may have been entered in the address fields.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AM277 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Go to the asset master data (transaction code AS02 for change or AS03 for display).
  Verify the address fields and ensure that the PERS_ADDR field is blank if the asset is meant to reference a company address.
  
  
  
  Correct Address Assignment:
  
  If the asset is supposed to have a company address, ensure that the personal address field is not populated. You may need to clear any values in the PERS_ADDR field.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that the address handling is set up correctly. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that any data entry processes or interfaces that populate asset data are correctly validating the address fields before saving.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to asset management and address handling for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the asset creation or modification process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to modify asset data, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.