How To Fix MDG_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: MDG_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 MDG_BS_MAT_API018 - Maint. status &1 for segment &2 is not consistent with material type &3 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_API018 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the maintenance status of a material segment and the material type in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This error typically arises when the maintenance status of a specific segment (like basic data, sales data, etc.) does not align with the expected maintenance status for the given material type.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Maintenance Status: The maintenance status of the segment does not match the expected status for the material type. For example, if a material type is set to be in a certain status (like "active" or "blocked"), but the segment is in a different status, this inconsistency will trigger the error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material type settings or the maintenance status settings in the MDG system.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation or modification of material master records can lead to this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Maintenance Status: Review the maintenance status of the segment mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it is consistent with the expected maintenance status for the material type.
  Review Material Type Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the material type in the MDG system. Ensure that the maintenance statuses are correctly defined and aligned with the business requirements.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the maintenance status of the segment or the material type as necessary.
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material) to check and modify the material master data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the maintenance statuses and their implications for different material types.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding the structure and configuration of material master data in SAP MDG is crucial for troubleshooting this error.
  MDG Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the MDG configuration settings related to material types and maintenance statuses.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  Testing: After making changes, test the material creation or modification process to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the error message MDG_BS_MAT_API018.