How To Fix M2369 - Generated object! Please use info structure maintenance (MC22).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 369

• Message text: Generated object! Please use info structure maintenance (MC22).

What causes this issue?

You are trying to change a table that is automatically created when
the system generates an info structure. This table has to remain
consistent with the info structure description.

System Response

In exceptional situations, it may be necessary to change the table
using tools in the Dictionary. For this reason, the change is not
stopped as such, but instead the system merely issues a warning.
If you do make changes to the table howevere, these could be
overwritten when the info structure is regenerated. Furthermore,
changes made to an SAP Standard table will be overwitten during a
release upgrade.

How to fix this error?

You are advised to use the transaction for maintaining info structures
to make changes. The transaction is called MC22. If you wish to change
the technical attributes of the table, please use transaction SE13.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2369 - Generated object! Please use info structure maintenance (MC22). ?

  The SAP error message M2369 ("Generated object! Please use info structure maintenance (MC22).") typically occurs when there is an attempt to modify or delete an object that is generated in the context of an Info Structure in SAP. This message indicates that the object you are trying to work with is part of a generated structure and cannot be directly modified through standard transaction codes.
  Cause:
  
  Generated Object: The object you are trying to modify is part of an Info Structure that has been generated. Generated objects are usually not editable directly because they are derived from the underlying data model.
  Incorrect Transaction: You may be using a transaction that is not intended for modifying generated objects.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Use Transaction MC22: 
  
  Go to transaction code MC22 in SAP.
  This transaction is specifically designed for maintaining Info Structures.
  Here, you can make the necessary changes to the Info Structure that the generated object is associated with.
  
  
  
  Check Info Structure Settings:
  
  Ensure that the Info Structure is set up correctly and that any changes you want to make are valid within the context of the Info Structure.
  If you need to change the characteristics or key figures, do so in the Info Structure maintenance.
  
  
  
  Re-generate the Info Structure:
  
  After making changes in MC22, you may need to regenerate the Info Structure to ensure that all objects are updated accordingly.
  This can usually be done in the same transaction or through related transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  If you are unsure about the changes you need to make, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance on Info Structures.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Info Structures: Info Structures are used in SAP for reporting and analysis purposes, particularly in logistics and sales. They aggregate data from various sources and allow for flexible reporting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with other related transaction codes such as:
  
  MC21: Create Info Structure
  MC23: Display Info Structure
  MC24: Delete Info Structure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M2369 error and successfully manage your Info Structures in SAP.