How To Fix MN872 - Operative info structure S074 contains errors, is inactive, or is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 872

• Message text: Operative info structure S074 contains errors, is inactive, or is missing

What causes this issue?

During processing of info structures in the LIS, the system found that
the operative LIS structure S074 is either missing, is inactive, or not
all the data has been updated with characteristics Arrangement number/
Condition number.

System Response

Incorrect settings for structure S074 lead to errors in settlement
accounting for rebate arrangements in subsequent settlement.

Procedure for System Administrators

The data in the LIS structure S074 must be corrected. A complete

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of statistical data (transaction OLIX) may then be necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN872 - Operative info structure S074 contains errors, is inactive, or is missing ?

  The SAP error message MN872 indicates that there is an issue with the operative information structure S074, which is used for various reporting and analysis purposes in the SAP system, particularly in the context of logistics and inventory management. This error can occur for several reasons, including the structure being inactive, containing errors, or being completely missing.
  Causes of Error MN872
  
  Inactive Structure: The information structure S074 may be inactive, which means it cannot be used for reporting or analysis.
  Errors in Structure: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the configuration of the information structure.
  Missing Structure: The structure may not be defined in the system, which can happen if it was never created or if it was deleted.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data that the structure is supposed to aggregate or analyze.
  
  Solutions to Error MN872
  
  
  Activate the Structure:
  
  Go to the transaction code SIS (Sales Information System) or MC22 (Maintain Info Structure).
  Check the status of the S074 structure. If it is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  Use transaction code MC21 (Create Info Structure) to check the configuration of the S074 structure.
  Look for any inconsistencies or errors in the configuration. If errors are found, correct them.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Structure:
  
  If the structure is missing, you may need to recreate it. This can be done using transaction code MC21.
  Ensure that all necessary settings and configurations are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the data that feeds into the S074 structure. This can help identify any underlying data issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the S074 structure for any specific requirements or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SIS: Sales Information System
  MC22: Maintain Info Structure
  MC21: Create Info Structure
  MC23: Display Info Structure
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues with the S074 structure.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on information structures and their configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MN872 error and ensure that the S074 information structure is correctly configured and active in your SAP system.