How To Fix MA418 - Operation only possible for info structures that contain a material

MA418 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 418

• Message text: Operation only possible for info structures that contain a material

What causes this issue?

You have tried to set opening stock levels for an information structure
that does not contain the characteristic "material".

System Response

The system cannot perform this function without reference to materials.

How to fix this error?

In Customizing for the Logistics Information System (the step "Maintain
self-defined information structures"), check that your information
structure contains the characteristic "material".
If necessary, enter a different information structure.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA418 - Operation only possible for info structures that contain a material ?

  The SAP error message MA418 ("Operation only possible for info structures that contain a material") typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation on an info structure that does not contain any material data. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or other reporting functionalities in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Empty Info Structure: The info structure you are trying to access does not have any material data associated with it. This could be due to the info structure not being populated or not being configured correctly.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you are using may not match any materials in the info structure, leading to the error.
  Data Not Updated: The info structure may not have been updated with the latest data, which can happen if the relevant transactions have not been executed or if there are issues with data processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Info Structure Configuration: Ensure