How To Fix /SMB/MD_AS_CUST099 - No clean client or productive client is defined to run AIM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/MD_AS_CUST -

• Message number: 099

• Message text: No clean client or productive client is defined to run AIM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/MD_AS_CUST099 - No clean client or productive client is defined to run AIM ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/MD_AS_CUST099 No clean client or productive client is defined to run AIM typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Business Application Programming (ABAP) environment, particularly when using the AIM (Application Integration Management) tool. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a suitable client configuration to execute the AIM processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Client Configuration: The error suggests that there is no "clean" or "productive" client defined in the system. A clean client is usually a client that has been set up for testing or development purposes without any customizations or data, while a productive client is the one used for live operations.
  Incorrect Customizing Settings: The settings in the system may not have been properly configured to define which clients are considered clean or productive.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the client information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Clean and Productive Clients:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM30 and access the relevant table/view that holds the client configuration for AIM (usually /SMB/MD_CUST or similar).
  Ensure that you have defined at least one clean client and one productive client. You may need to consult your system administrator or SAP Basis team for assistance in this step.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Verify the customizing settings related to AIM. Ensure that the necessary parameters are set correctly to point to the defined clients.
  You may need to check the configuration documentation or consult with your SAP functional team to ensure that all required settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the AIM process has the necessary authorizations to access the client configuration. You may need to work with your security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart or a refresh of the configuration may be required for changes to take effect.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to /SMB/MD_AS_CUST099.
  Documentation: Review the AIM documentation for any specific requirements or configurations that need to be set up for your environment.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.