How To Fix AUR042 - Information structure &1 is not suitable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AUR - Unbilled Revenue Reporting and Mass Simulation

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Information structure &1 is not suitable

What causes this issue?

You can only use <DS:DE.MCINF_BI>information structures</> that meet
the following conditions:
The structure was generated by the information system.
It was activated with <DS:DE.XV1VER>synchronous updating</>.
It is allocated to the <DS:DE.MCAPP>application</> sales statistics
(IS-U-IS).
The information structure is not permissible for internal use.
The information structure was created with monthly <DS:DE.SPERI>period
split</>.
The information structure contains the mandatory characteristic
<LS>BILLRUNNO</>.
Condition &V2& has not been met for information structure &V1&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AUR042 - Information structure &1 is not suitable ?

  The SAP error message AUR042, which states "Information structure &1 is not suitable," typically occurs in the context of reporting or analysis when the specified information structure is not compatible with the operation being performed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to generate reports or perform analyses using a specific information structure that has not been properly configured or is not applicable for the data being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Information Structure: The information structure specified may not be designed for the type of data or reporting you are trying to perform.
  Missing Configuration: The information structure may not have been properly set up or activated in the system.
  Data Incompatibility: The data being analyzed may not match the requirements of the information structure.
  Version Issues: There may be version mismatches between the data and the information structure.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified information structure.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Information Structure Configuration:
  
  Verify that the information structure is correctly configured and activated in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (e.g., using transaction codes like SIS for Sales Information System).
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Information Structure:
  
  Ensure that you are using the appropriate information structure for the report or analysis you are trying to perform. Consult the documentation or your SAP functional team to identify the correct structure.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Check the data being used in the report or analysis. Ensure that it is consistent with the requirements of the information structure.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the information structure. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing in Development:
  
  If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to further diagnose the problem without affecting production data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SIS, SIS1, or SIS2 for working with information structures.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific information structure you are using, as it may provide insights into its intended use and limitations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth assistance.