How To Fix M2460 - Info structure & not active (no updating after generation)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 460

• Message text: Info structure & not active (no updating after generation)

What causes this issue?

Updating of info structure &V1& has been switched off in Customizing.

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

System Response

Following generation, info structure &V1& is not updated
automatically.

How to fix this error?

Updating can be switched on again in Customizing under
"Logistics -> Controlling".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2460 - Info structure & not active (no updating after generation) ?

  The SAP error message M2460 indicates that the specified info structure is not active, which means that it is not set up to receive updates after its generation. This can occur in the context of SAP's Material Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with information structures used for reporting and analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Info Structure Not Activated: The info structure has been generated but not activated. This means that the system is not set to collect or update data for that particular structure.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the info structure settings that prevent it from being active.
  Data Collection Settings: The settings for data collection might not be properly configured, leading to the info structure being inactive.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M2460 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate the Info Structure:
  
  Go to the transaction code MC22 (Change Info Structure).
  Enter the name of the info structure that is causing the error.
  Check the status of the info structure. If it is not active, activate it by selecting the appropriate option.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the info structure is correctly configured. This includes checking the settings for data collection and ensuring that all necessary fields are defined.
  Review the settings in the customizing transaction SPRO under the relevant sections for Logistics Information System (LIS).
  
  
  
  Re-generate the Info Structure:
  
  If necessary, you can regenerate the info structure by using transaction MC21 (Create Info Structure) or MC22 (Change Info Structure) and then activating it again.
  
  
  
  Check Data Collection:
  
  Ensure that the data collection settings for the info structure are correctly set up. This includes checking the relevant update types and ensuring that they are active.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on the specific info structure you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MC22: Change Info Structure
  MC21: Create Info Structure
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Info Structures: Info structures are used in SAP to collect and analyze data for reporting purposes. They are essential for decision-making processes in logistics and inventory management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the info structure you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M2460 error and ensure that your info structure is active and capable of receiving updates.