How To Fix IM849 - Info structure & is not defined for the application PM/SM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 849

• Message text: Info structure & is not defined for the application PM/SM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM849 - Info structure & is not defined for the application PM/SM ?

  The SAP error message IM849 indicates that the information structure you are trying to use is not defined for the application PM (Plant Maintenance) or SM (Service Management). This typically occurs when you attempt to access or generate reports based on an information structure that has not been properly set up or activated in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Information Structure: The specified information structure is not defined in the system for the PM/SM application.
  Incorrect Configuration: The information structure may not be configured correctly or may not be activated for the intended application area.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the information structure.
  Data Source Issues: The data source for the information structure may not be available or properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Information Structure Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code SIS (Information System) or SIS1 (for PM/SM).
  Check if the information structure you are trying to use is defined and activated for the PM/SM application.
  If it is not defined, you may need to create it using transaction code OMI1 (for creating information structures).
  
  
  
  Activate Information Structure:
  
  If the information structure exists but is not activated, you can activate it using transaction code OMI2.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for the information structure are correct. This includes checking the data sources and ensuring they are properly linked to the information structure.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the information structure. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on the information structure you are working with, as there may be additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SIS: Information System
  OMI1: Create Information Structure
  OMI2: Activate Information Structure
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on PM/SM applications and information structures.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IM849 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.