How To Fix IM671 - The selected segmentation of the tab index is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 671

• Message text: The selected segmentation of the tab index is not permitted

What causes this issue?

You have selected a division for the current tab strip which is not
permissible.

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?

Use the F4 help to choose a valid value for the field.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM671 - The selected segmentation of the tab index is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message IM671, which states "The selected segmentation of the tab index is not permitted," typically occurs in the context of Inventory Management (IM) when there is an issue with the segmentation settings in the system. This error can arise when trying to access or manipulate data that is not allowed due to the current configuration of the tab index or segmentation settings.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Segmentation Settings: The segmentation settings for the material or inventory type may not be configured correctly, leading to restrictions on how data can be accessed or displayed.
  Tab Index Configuration: The tab index being used may not be valid for the selected segmentation, possibly due to changes in the configuration or updates in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain segments or data related to the tab index.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the