How To Fix Q6154 - Information structure &1: the index ID '&2' is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q6 - Archive Information System

• Message number: 154

• Message text: Information structure &1: the index ID '&2' is not permitted

What causes this issue?

The name '&V2&' is an invalid index name for the information structure
&V1&.

System Response

The information structure will not be activated.

How to fix this error?

Select a valid, non-initial name in the customer namespace.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q6154 - Information structure &1: the index ID '&2' is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message Q6154 indicates that there is an issue with the information structure in the Quality Management (QM) module. Specifically, it states that the index ID specified is not permitted for the given information structure. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to access or manipulate data related to quality management.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Index ID: The index ID specified in the error message does not exist or is not valid for the information structure you are trying to use.
  Configuration Issues: The information structure may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the system not recognizing the index ID.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified information structure or index ID.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the index ID.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Index ID: Verify that the index ID specified in the error message is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration of the information structure in transaction code SIS (Sales Information System) or MC22 (Maintain Info Structure).
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the information structure is correctly configured. You may need to check the settings in the customizing transaction for the information structure (e.g., OMQ1 for QM info structures).
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the information structure and the associated index ID. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  Data Consistency: Check for any data inconsistencies that may be causing the issue. This may involve running consistency checks or reviewing the data in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific information structure and index ID for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MC22 (Maintain Info Structure), SIS (Sales Information System), and MC43 (Display Info Structure).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific error message or the information structure you are working with, as there may be patches or updates that address the issue.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SAP error message Q6154.