Yes, placing a comma after "any" is correct in certain contexts, particularly when it is part of the phrase "if any,".
Example: "List any benefits, if any, that you received."
Context: The phrase "if any" is considered an interjectory or nonrestrictive element, which means it should be surrounded by commas on both sides when it appears in the middle of a sentence.
When NOT to use a comma: Do not use a comma simply because "any" is used to modify a noun (e.g., "Are there any cookies left?").
Other usage notes:
If any: Often follows a noun to indicate a small amount or none (e.g., "Any complaints, if any, should be reported").
After introductory words: A comma is used after introductory words or phrases to provide emphasis, which might happen to include "any" in a specific phrasing.
Commas - Style Manual
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Correct usage of the phrase 'if any' - English Stack Exchange
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How to Use the Phrase "if any" - Linguaholic
12 Sept 2023 — In this example, “if any” is surrounded by a comma on both sides. Again, this is because of its status as an interjectory statement. The second thing to notice ...
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Commas: when to use them and where to put them – College Writing Clinic
When a word or phrase follows a noun and modifies it, if it's not absolutely necessary to the meaning of the sentence, put commas around it.
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