How To Fix IM850 - No info structures were selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 850

• Message text: No info structures were selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM850 - No info structures were selected ?

  The SAP error message IM850 ("No info structures were selected") typically occurs in the context of Inventory Management (IM) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires the selection of information structures, but none have been selected or configured.
  Cause:
  
  No Info Structures Defined: The most common cause is that there are no info structures defined for the specific application or report you are trying to run.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria for the report may not include any valid info structures.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the info structures.
  Configuration Issues: The info structures may not be properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Info Structures:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMI1 (or OMI2 for customizing) to check if the info structures are defined for the relevant application.
  Ensure that the info structures you need are active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Select Info Structures:
  
  When executing the report, ensure that you select the appropriate info structures in the selection screen. If none are selected, the system will throw this error.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access the info structures. You may need to contact your SAP security team to ensure you have the right roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report you are trying to run. This may provide insights into the required info structures.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OMI1, OMI2, and others related to inventory management and reporting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to IM850 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IM850 error and implement a solution.