How To Fix Q6018 - Info structure & deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q6 - Archive Information System

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Info structure & deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q6018 - Info structure & deleted ?

  The SAP error message Q6018 indicates that an information structure has been deleted. This typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or other modules where information structures are used to store and analyze data.
  Cause:
  The error message Q6018 is triggered when:
  
  An attempt is made to access or use an information structure that has been deleted from the system.
  The information structure may have been deleted intentionally or unintentionally by a user or during a system cleanup process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the Q6018 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Information Structure Status:
  
  Verify if the information structure is indeed deleted. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SIS for Sales Information System) and checking the list of available information structures.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Information Structure:
  
  If the information structure is deleted and you need it, you may need to recreate it. This can be done through the appropriate configuration transaction (e.g., OMQ1 for creating information structures in QM).
  
  
  
  Restore from Backup:
  
  If the deletion was unintentional and you have a backup of the system or the specific configuration, consider restoring the information structure from the backup.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the information structure. Sometimes, the structure may not be deleted but rather restricted due to authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific information structure you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or considerations for that structure.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights or solutions based on the specific context of your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SIS, OMQ1, or others related to the specific module you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the information structure you are dealing with.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on information structures and their management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the Q6018 error and restore functionality related to the information structure in your SAP system.