How To Fix AM881 - Data inconsistency - person & not used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 881

• Message text: Data inconsistency - person & not used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM881 - Data inconsistency - person & not used ?

  The SAP error message AM881 indicates a data inconsistency related to a person (employee) that is not being used in the system. This error typically arises in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there are inconsistencies in the master data or when trying to perform transactions involving assets linked to personnel records.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The error often occurs when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the data related to the employee or personnel number in the asset master data.
  Inactive Personnel Records: The personnel number may refer to an employee who is no longer active or has been deleted from the system.
  Missing or Incorrect Assignments: The employee may not be correctly assigned to the asset or there may be missing entries in related tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Personnel Data: Verify the status of the personnel number in the Human Resources (HR) module. Ensure that the employee is active and that their records are complete.
  Review Asset Master Data: Check the asset master data to ensure that the personnel number is correctly assigned and that all required fields are filled out.
  Data Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) or SICF (Service Activation) to perform a consistency check on the relevant tables.
  Correct Assignments: If the personnel number is incorrect or inactive, update the asset master data with the correct and active personnel number.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP Notes or documentation for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to manage asset data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to error AM881. You can search for specific notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the AM881 error in your SAP system.