How To Fix E0676 - & does not contain any segments; no combinations possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 676

• Message text: & does not contain any segments; no combinations possible

What causes this issue?

The current extension &v1& does not contain any segments and therefore
cannot be used.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

First create segments in the extension. Then you can combine extension
&v1& with a basic type to form an IDoc type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0676 - & does not contain any segments; no combinations possible ?

  The SAP error message E0676, which states "does not contain any segments; no combinations possible," typically occurs in the context of SAP's configuration for variant configuration (VC) or when dealing with characteristics and classes in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find any segments for the specified configuration profile, which means that it cannot generate any valid combinations of characteristics for the product.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Segments: The configuration profile does not have any segments defined. Segments are necessary for the system to understand how to combine characteristics.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or class may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of segments.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to the configuration profile, characteristics, or classes.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, authorization issues can prevent the system from accessing the necessary data to generate segments.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration Profile:
  
  Go to the configuration profile in the SAP system and ensure that segments are defined correctly.
  If segments are missing, you will need to create or assign the appropriate segments to the configuration profile.
  
  
  
  Review Characteristics and Classes:
  
  Ensure that the characteristics associated with the configuration profile are correctly defined and linked to the class.
  Check if the characteristics have valid values and are assigned to the correct class.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the master data related to the configuration. This can include checking for missing or incorrect entries in the characteristics, classes, and configuration profiles.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the configuration data. If there are restrictions, they may need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Recreate Configuration Profile:
  
  If the configuration profile is corrupted or incorrectly set up, consider recreating it from scratch.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up variant configuration and resolving related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CU01 (Create Configuration Profile), CU02 (Change Configuration Profile), and CU03 (Display Configuration Profile) to manage configuration profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.