How To Fix M2253 - Client & already contains info structure &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Client & already contains info structure &

What causes this issue?

In client &V1& there is already an info structure &V2&. A different
data base table (&V3&) belongs in client &V1& than in client &V4& for
structure &V2&.

System Response

This situation should be avoided.

How to fix this error?

Give another name to info structure &V2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2253 - Client & already contains info structure & ?

  The SAP error message M2253 typically indicates that there is an issue with the information structure in the context of Material Management (MM) or Sales and Distribution (SD) modules. The message suggests that the client already contains the specified information structure, which can lead to conflicts or duplication issues when trying to create or modify it.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Information Structure: The error occurs when you attempt to create an information structure that already exists in the client. This can happen if the structure was previously created and not properly deleted or if there is an attempt to create a structure with the same name or configuration.
  Client-Specific Data: The information structure is client-specific, meaning that it is tied to a particular client in the SAP system. If you are trying to create a structure in a client where it already exists, you will encounter this error.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting objects between clients and the information structure already exists in the target client, this error may arise.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Structures: Before creating a new information structure, check if the structure already exists in the client. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MC21 for creating info structures) and listing existing structures.
  Modify Existing Structure: If the structure already exists and you need to make changes, consider modifying the existing structure instead of creating a new one.
  Delete Unused Structures: If you find that there are obsolete or unused structures, you can delete them using the appropriate transaction (e.g., MC22 for changing info structures).
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to information structures to ensure you are following the correct procedures for creating or modifying them.
  Transport Management: If the issue is related to transport, ensure that the transport requests are correctly configured and that you are not trying to overwrite existing structures unintentionally.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MC21: Create Info Structure
  MC22: Change Info Structure
  MC23: Display Info Structure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may resolve the issue.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify information structures in the SAP system.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.