Fix for “Software Version Management (SVM)” – Fault 1555 / B201A

With this guide you can quickly and permanently resolve SVM fault 1555 or B201A in Control Unit 5F – Information Electronics.

Procedure

1) Read out

  • Connect to Control Unit 5F.
  • Open the adaptation channel “Confirmation of installation change” (German: Bestätigung der Verbauänderung / Bestätigung der Installationsänderung).
  • Read the current value and make a note of it.

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Result:

2) Generate

  • Enter the old value in the input field above.
  • Generate the corresponding new key for your system.

3) Save

  • Enter the new value in the adaptation channel “Confirmation of installation change.”
  • Save the change.

4) Clear faults

  • Clear the fault memory entry 1555 / B201A in Control Unit 5F.

💡 Note:
This procedure assumes you have a suitable diagnostic tool (e.g., VCDS, ODIS) and that access to the adaptation channel is unlocked.

Need help performing the procedure?
We can carry out the adaptation professionally — on-site or via remote support.