How To Fix M2001 - Info structure & already exists (e.g. in client &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Info structure & already exists (e.g. in client &)

What causes this issue?

An info structure &V1& or an evaluation structure &V1& already exists
in at least one client in your system.

System Response

No other info structures with the name &V1& can be created.

How to fix this error?

Select another name for the info structure.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2001 - Info structure & already exists (e.g. in client &) ?

  The SAP error message M2001 indicates that an information structure you are trying to create or modify already exists in the specified client. This error typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Sales and Distribution (SD) modules when dealing with reporting or data analysis structures.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Information Structure: The information structure you are attempting to create has the same name as an existing structure in the same client.
  Client-Specific Data: The error may arise if you are working in a client where the information structure has already been defined, and you are trying to create it again without realizing it exists.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting objects between clients, there may be a conflict if the structure already exists in the target client.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Structures: 
  
  Use transaction code MC22 (Change Info Structure) or MC23 (Display Info Structure) to check if the information structure already exists. 
  If it does exist, you can either modify it or use it as needed instead of trying to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Name: If you need to create a new information structure, consider using a different name that does not conflict with existing structures.
  
  
  Delete or Archive: If the existing structure is no longer needed, you may consider deleting it (if you have the necessary authorizations) or archiving it, but be cautious as this may affect reporting and data integrity.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to information structures to ensure you are following the correct procedures for creating or modifying them.
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: If this issue arises during a transport, ensure that the transport request does not contain conflicting objects. You may need to adjust the transport or resolve conflicts before proceeding.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MC22 - Change Info Structure
  MC23 - Display Info Structure
  MC28 - Delete Info Structure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to information structures and error M2001.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify information structures in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M2001 error and proceed with your work in SAP.