How To Fix CMD_BS_MAT_API018 - Maint. status &1 for segment &2 is not consistent with material type &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_BS_MAT_API - Message Class for Sydney Material API Layer

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Maint. status &1 for segment &2 is not consistent with material type &3

What causes this issue?

The maintenance status determined by the system is not consistent with
values maintained for the given material type.

System Response

The processing of the change request is aborted.

How to fix this error?

Check the maintenance status values for the material type in the
transaction OMS2 and individual fields in the given data segment
(transaction OMSR).

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_API018 - Maint. status &1 for segment &2 is not consistent with material type &3 ?

  The SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_API018 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the maintenance status of a material segment and the material type in the system. This error typically arises during operations that involve material master data, such as creating or updating material records.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The maintenance status of the material segment does not align with the expected maintenance status for the specified material type. For example, a material type may require a specific maintenance status that is not being met.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material type or maintenance status that are not properly aligned.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or if there were manual changes made to the material master data, inconsistencies may arise.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CMD_BS_MAT_API018 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record in transaction MM03 (Display Material) and check the maintenance status for the relevant segments.
  Ensure that the maintenance status is appropriate for the material type.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the material type in transaction OMN1 (Define Material Types) and ensure that the maintenance status settings are correct.
  Verify that the maintenance status assigned to the material is valid for the material type.
  
  
  
  Correct Inconsistencies:
  
  If you find any inconsistencies, you may need to update the material master data using transaction MM02 (Change Material) to correct the maintenance status.
  Ensure that the changes made are in line with the business processes and requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to material master data and maintenance statuses for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant information about the material type and maintenance status.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Types: Different material types in SAP have specific characteristics and settings that dictate how they can be maintained and processed.
  Maintenance Status: The maintenance status indicates whether a material can be changed or is locked for changes. It is crucial for controlling the lifecycle of material data.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  OMN1: Define Material Types
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the CMD_BS_MAT_API018 error.