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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 that the info structure you are trying to access is correctly configured to include the relevant material data. You can do this by checking the settings in the info structure configuration (transaction code SIS or MC21).
  
  
  Verify Material Data: Make sure that the materials you are trying to analyze or report on are indeed included in the info structure. You can check this by running a report or transaction that lists the materials in the info structure.
  
  
  Update Info Structure: If the info structure is empty, you may need to run the relevant data update programs to populate it. This can often be done through transaction codes like MC21 (for info structure maintenance) or MC18 (for updating the info structure).
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using to ensure they are correct and that they match the materials you expect to see in the info structure.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or the data update process, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MC21 (Maintain Info Structure), MC18 (Update Info Structure), and SIS (Sales Information System).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message MA418.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the info structure and related data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MA418 error and successfully perform the desired operations on the info structure.