How To Fix M2046 - Info structure & not created for application &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Info structure & not created for application &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2046 - Info structure & not created for application & ?

  The SAP error message M2046 indicates that an information structure has not been created for a specific application area. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Logistics module, particularly when dealing with inventory management or sales and distribution.
  Cause:
  The error message M2046 can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The information structure required for the application area has not been defined or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Application Area: The application area specified in the transaction or report does not correspond to any existing information structure.
  Transport Issues: If the information structure was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly configured or activated in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M2046 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Information Structures:
  
  Go to the transaction code SIS (Sales Information System) or MC22 (for Inventory Management).
  Verify if the required information structure exists for the application area you are working with.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Information Structure:
  
  If the information structure does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code MC21 (Create Info Structure).
  If it exists but is not activated, you can activate it using transaction code MC22.
  
  
  
  Review Application Area:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct application area in your transaction. Check the documentation or configuration settings to confirm.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the information structure was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported and activated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific information structure and application area for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MC21: Create Info Structure
  MC22: Change Info Structure
  SIS: Sales Information System
  
  
  SAP Modules: This error is commonly associated with modules like MM (Materials Management) and SD (Sales and Distribution).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional solutions related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the M2046 error and implement the necessary solution to resolve it.