How To Fix AM476 - Address & was already changed

AM476 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 476

• Message text: Address & was already changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM476 - Address & was already changed ?

  The SAP error message AM476 ("Address & was already changed") typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when there is an attempt to change the address of an asset that has already been modified. This error is often related to the asset master data and can arise during various transactions, such as when trying to change the asset's address or during asset transfers.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Change Attempt: The error indicates that the address of the asset has already been changed in the system, and the system does not allow a second change without proper handling.
  Transaction Locking: The asset might be locked for changes due to ongoing transactions or processes that are being executed on it.
  Data Consistency: SAP enforces data consistency rules, and if an asset's address has been modified, it may not allow further changes until the current transaction is completed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Asset Status: Verify the status of the asset to ensure