How To Fix AM340 - Address is not an address with independent communication data

AM340 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 340

• Message text: Address is not an address with independent communication data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM340 - Address is not an address with independent communication data ?

  The SAP error message AM340, which states "Address is not an address with independent communication data," typically occurs in the context of address management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with master data for business partners or customers.
  
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Communication Data: The address in question does not have the necessary communication data (like email, phone number, etc.) associated with it. This is particularly relevant for addresses that are expected to have independent communication details.
  
  
  Incorrect Address Type: The address may not be set up correctly in the system, or it may not be of the type that allows for independent communication data.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered for the address, such as missing fields or incorrect formats.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the requirements for handling addresses