How To Fix MC053 - First delete the selection fields of table & from the ID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 053

• Message text: First delete the selection fields of table & from the ID

What causes this issue?

You can only remove a table from the ID definition if the selection
conditions do not include an ID containing fields of this table.

System Response

The system refuses to delete the table.

How to fix this error?

First delete the fields of the table from the selection conditions of
the matchcode ID definition.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC053 - First delete the selection fields of table & from the ID ?

  The SAP error message MC053, which states "First delete the selection fields of table & from the ID," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Material Management (MM) or Logistics Information System (LIS) modules. This error is related to the configuration of InfoStructures or the use of selection fields in reporting.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete or modify an InfoStructure that still has selection fields assigned to it. In SAP, InfoStructures are used to store summarized data for reporting purposes, and they can have various selection fields that define how data is aggregated and displayed. If you try to delete an InfoStructure or make changes to it without first removing the associated selection fields, SAP will throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the MC053 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the InfoStructure: Determine which InfoStructure is causing the error. The error message will typically indicate the name of the InfoStructure (represented by the & symbol).
  
  
  Access the InfoStructure Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code MC21 (for InfoStructure maintenance).
  Enter the name of the InfoStructure that is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Remove Selection Fields:
  
  Navigate to the selection fields section of the InfoStructure.
  Identify and delete the selection fields that are currently assigned to the InfoStructure.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After removing the selection fields, save your changes.
  
  
  Retry the Operation: Once the selection fields have been removed, you should be able to proceed with the operation that was previously causing the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MC21 (InfoStructure maintenance), MC22 (Change InfoStructure), and MC23 (Display InfoStructure).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to InfoStructures and selection fields for a deeper understanding of how they work.
  Testing: After making changes, it’s a good practice to test the InfoStructure to ensure that it functions as expected without the removed selection fields.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the error persists after following these steps, consider consulting with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.