How To Fix GHO_OWNNERSHIP018 - Scale Type - &1 and Scale ID - &2 not maintained for Medium - &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_OWNNERSHIP - Message class for Ownership

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Scale Type - &1 and Scale ID - &2 not maintained for Medium - &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_OWNNERSHIP018 - Scale Type - &1 and Scale ID - &2 not maintained for Medium - &3 ?

  The SAP error message GHO_OWNNERSHIP018 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of scale types and scale IDs in relation to a specific medium. This error typically arises in the context of ownership management or similar functionalities where specific scales are required for processing.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the system cannot find a valid configuration for the specified scale type and scale ID for the given medium. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The scale type and scale ID have not been defined or maintained in the system for the specified medium.
  Incorrect Medium: The medium specified in the error message may not be correctly set up or may not correspond to the scale type and scale ID.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP where scale types and scale IDs are maintained.
  Verify if the scale type (&1) and scale ID (&2) are correctly defined for the specified medium (&3).
  
  
  
  Maintain Missing Entries:
  
  If the scale type and scale ID are not maintained, you will need to create or update the entries in the configuration.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings and navigate to the relevant section for ownership management or scale maintenance.
  
  
  
  Validate Medium:
  
  Ensure that the medium specified in the error message is valid and corresponds to the correct scale type and scale ID.
  If necessary, update the medium to a valid one that has the required scale configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining scale types and IDs for your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, and SE80 for object navigator.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant area.