How To Fix AM556 - Source System or Source Client Not Specified

AM556 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 556

• Message text: Source System or Source Client Not Specified

Self-Explanatory Message

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM556 - Source System or Source Client Not Specified ?

  The SAP error message AM556, which states "Source System or Source Client Not Specified," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when trying to perform certain operations related to asset transactions, such as transfers or postings. This error indicates that the system is unable to identify the source system or client from which the asset data is being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The source system or client may not be properly configured in the system settings.
  Incorrect Transaction Data: The transaction you are trying to execute may not have the necessary source system or client information filled in.
  Data Transfer Issues: If you are working with data transfers (e.g., from a legacy system), the source system information may not have been included in the data transfer.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the source system or client.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and ensure