How To Fix FSH_MAIN178 - Cannot maintain size2 for distr. curve &1, version &2; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_MAIN - Message Class for Article Master Data

• Message number: 178

• Message text: Cannot maintain size2 for distr. curve &1, version &2; see long text

What causes this issue?

You cannot maintain size2 for the distribution curve for one of the
following reasons:
The distribution curve was not created using individual characteristic
type size2.
The distribution curve was created using characteristic profile which
does not contain variant creating characteristics of type size2.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_MAIN178 - Cannot maintain size2 for distr. curve &1, version &2; see long text ?

  The SAP error message FSH_MAIN178 indicates that there is an issue with maintaining the size2 for a distribution curve in the SAP Fashion Management (FSH) module. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the configuration or data related to the distribution curve for a specific version.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The distribution curve data may be inconsistent or incomplete, leading to issues when trying to maintain size2.
  Version Issues: The version specified may not be correctly set up or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain the distribution curve.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration errors in the distribution curve settings or related master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Verify that the distribution curve data is complete and consistent. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Verify Version: Check if the version specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured. You may need to create or adjust the version if it is missing or incorrect.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain the distribution curve. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for the distribution curve in the SAP system. Make sure that all settings are correctly defined and that there are no missing parameters.
  Consult Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. Use transaction codes like SE91 to view the long text associated with the error message for additional context and guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FSP0 (for maintaining distribution curves) or FSP1 (for creating distribution curves) to access the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on Fashion Management and distribution curves for more detailed information on configuration and maintenance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.