How To Fix M2072 - Evaluation structure & deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Evaluation structure & deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2072 - Evaluation structure & deleted ?

  The SAP error message M2072, which states "Evaluation structure & deleted," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or related modules when the system is trying to access an evaluation structure that has been deleted or is no longer available.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Evaluation Structure: The evaluation structure that the system is trying to reference has been deleted from the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings related to the evaluation structure.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data where the system is trying to access an evaluation structure that is not valid anymore.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Evaluation Structure: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area where evaluation structures are defined (e.g., Material Management -> Valuation and Account Assignment -> Define Evaluation Structures).
  Verify if the evaluation structure in question exists. If it has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or adjust your configuration to point to a valid structure.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the evaluation structure is no longer needed, ensure that all references to it in your configuration are removed or updated to point to a valid structure.
  Review any related settings that might be referencing the deleted evaluation structure.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks to ensure that there are no other inconsistencies in your data that could be causing this error.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the relevant tables for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific evaluation structure and its usage to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE16 (Data Browser) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to error M2072, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the M2072 error and implement a solution to resolve it.