How To Fix M2173 - Error copying/deleting versions of info structure &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Error copying/deleting versions of info structure &

What causes this issue?

A subroutine pool is temporarily generated for copying or deleting
versions to the info structure &V1&. Subroutine pool generation has
stopped. The cause is presumably the fact that the definition of the
info structure and the database table &V2&, which belongs to it, are not
consistent.

System Response

Copying or deleting cannot be executed for the info structure.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the info structure and the definition.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2173 - Error copying/deleting versions of info structure & ?

  The SAP error message M2173, which states "Error copying/deleting versions of info structure &," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) and is related to the handling of info structures in the SAP system. This error can arise during operations such as copying or deleting versions of an info structure, which is used for reporting and analysis purposes in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the data in the info structure that prevent the operation from completing successfully.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the copy or delete operation on the info structure.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues such as database locks, system errors, or problems with the underlying database that prevent the operation from being executed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The info structure may not be configured correctly, leading to issues when trying to manipulate its versions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Integrity: Ensure that the data in the info structure is consistent and does not contain any errors. You may need to run consistency checks or repair tools provided by SAP.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user attempting the operation has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any database locks that might be preventing the operation. If locks are found, they may need to be released.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the info structure is configured correctly. Check the settings and parameters associated with the info structure to ensure they are valid.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MC22: Change Info Structure
  MC23: Display Info Structure
  MC24: Delete Info Structure
  
  
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on info structures and their management.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.