How To Fix M2150 - Check the reference fields of the information structure fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 150

• Message text: Check the reference fields of the information structure fields

What causes this issue?

The info structure definition contains entries with reference fields
that are not defined in the Data Dictionary.

System Response

It is not possible to generate the structure. Key figure texts
cannot be determined and are therefore displayed as "???".

How to fix this error?

Maintain the reference fields of the info structure fields using the
function "Technical field information". If necessary, maintain the
fields in the field catalog using the function "Change field catalog".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2150 - Check the reference fields of the information structure fields ?

  The SAP error message M2150, which states "Check the reference fields of the information structure fields," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) and is related to the configuration of information structures in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the reference fields defined in the information structure, which are used for reporting and analysis purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The reference fields in the information structure may not be correctly defined or may not match the underlying data.
  Missing Data: The data that the information structure relies on may be incomplete or missing.
  Inconsistent Field Types: The data types of the reference fields may not be compatible with the expected types in the information structure.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model or the underlying tables, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the information structure in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for information structures and verify that the reference fields are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Ensure that the data in the underlying tables is complete and consistent. You can use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant tables.
  Look for any missing entries or inconsistencies in the data that the information structure is supposed to report on.
  
  
  
  Review Field Types:
  
  Check the data types of the reference fields in the information structure and ensure they match the expected types in the underlying tables.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Information Structure:
  
  If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the information structure. This can be done by deleting and recreating the structure or by using the relevant transaction codes to regenerate it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific information structure you are working with. There may be known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide specific guidance based on your system configuration and version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, SE16, SE11, and MC22 (for managing information structures).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address known issues related to the specific information structure you are working with.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on information structures and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the M2150 error in SAP.