How To Fix M2693 - An error occured during generation of information structure &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 693

• Message text: An error occured during generation of information structure &1.

What causes this issue?

Error &V2& occurred when generating information structure &v1&.

System Response

Error &V2&:
Error during activation
Error during generation
Error when creating the planning table

How to fix this error?

Check the transport log for further error messages and check DDIC table
&V1& (erros 1 and 2) or &V1&E (error 3).

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2693 - An error occured during generation of information structure &1. ?

  The SAP error message M2693, which states "An error occurred during generation of information structure &1," typically occurs when there is an issue with the generation of an information structure in the SAP system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the configuration of information structures for reporting purposes in the Logistics Information System (LIS) or other modules.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect or incomplete configuration settings for the information structure.
  Data Consistency: Inconsistencies in the underlying data or master data can lead to errors during the generation process.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to generate the information structure.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues such as database inconsistencies, missing tables, or problems with the underlying ABAP code.
  Transport Issues: If the information structure was transported from another system, there may be issues related to the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the information structure in transaction SIS or MC21 to ensure that all required fields and settings are correctly defined.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the master data and transactional data that the information structure relies on. Ensure that all necessary data is available and correctly formatted.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the generation of the information structure. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Review Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that can provide more context about the issue.
  Rebuild the Structure: If the issue persists, consider deleting and recreating the information structure. This can sometimes resolve underlying issues that are not immediately apparent.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If none of the above solutions work, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MC21 (for creating and maintaining information structures) and SIS (for Logistics Information System).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific information structure you are working with, as it may provide insights into common issues and best practices.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the M2693 error in your SAP system.