How To Fix 12175 - When adding storage location segment, reference data is not adopted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 12 - Herstelldatum/Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum/Chargen

• Message number: 175

• Message text: When adding storage location segment, reference data is not adopted

What causes this issue?

You want to create storage location data for a batch for which the
basic
data and the plant data already exist.
You should create the storage location data with reference to another
batch. When you create it with reference, you cannot adopt
storage-location-specific data from the reference batch.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 12175 - When adding storage location segment, reference data is not adopted ?

  The SAP error message 12175, which states "When adding storage location segment, reference data is not adopted," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a storage location segment in the material master, and the system is unable to adopt the reference data from the existing material master record.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Reference Data: The reference material or storage location may not have the necessary data filled in, which is required for the new storage location segment.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the reference material and the new storage location segment you are trying to create.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the reference data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or storage location that prevent the adoption of reference data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Reference Material: Ensure that the reference material you are using has all the necessary data filled in for the storage location segment. This includes checking fields like stock type, valuation type, etc.
  Review Data Consistency: Verify that the data in the reference material is consistent and does not have any discrepancies that could prevent adoption.
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the reference data. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to the material master and storage locations. Ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent the adoption of reference data.
  Manual Entry: If the automatic adoption of reference data fails, consider manually entering the required data for the new storage location segment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may be using transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or MM03 (Display Material) when encountering this error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for material master data management for more detailed information on storage location segments and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can analyze the specific configuration and data setup in your SAP environment.