How To Fix SGT_01012 - Segmentation not possible for material &1, &2; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SGT_01 - SGT_01

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Segmentation not possible for material &1, &2; see long text

What causes this issue?

Material is relevant for
<DS:GLOS.52B4FFCC5E910882E10000000A421392>segmentation</> but one of
the following is true:
Plant is not specified at the item level

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

<DS:GLOS.52B8D39C99790881E10000000A421392>Segmentation strategy</> is
not maintained or fixed for the material in the material master

System Response

How to fix this error?

Based on the diagnosis, do one of the following:
If plant is not specified, specify the plant where the material is
maintained.
If segmentation strategy is not maintained or fixed for the material in
the material master, assign and fix the relevant segmentation strategy.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_01012 - Segmentation not possible for material &1, &2; see long text ?

  The SAP error message SGT_01012 indicates that segmentation is not possible for a specific material in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where segmentation is used for planning and inventory management.
  Cause:
  The error message SGT_01012 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material may not have the necessary segmentation data defined in the material master. This could include missing characteristics or attributes that are required for segmentation.
  
  
  Segmentation Profile Configuration: The segmentation profile assigned to the material may not be correctly configured or may not match the characteristics of the material.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Segmentation Not Defined: The segmentation may not be defined for the specific material type or for the specific planning area.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SGT_01012 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record and ensure that all necessary segmentation-related fields are filled out correctly.
  Verify that the material has the required characteristics defined.
  
  
  
  Review Segmentation Profile:
  
  Check the segmentation profile assigned to the material. Ensure that it is correctly configured and that it includes the necessary characteristics for the material.
  If needed, modify the segmentation profile to include the required characteristics.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the material data to identify any discrepancies or missing information.
  Use transaction codes like MM03 to view material details and SE11 to check the relevant database tables.
  
  
  
  Consult Long Text:
  
  The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. You can do this by navigating to the error message in the SAP system and reading the long text for specific guidance related to the error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and setup of your SAP environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), C223 (Maintain Segmentation), and C223 (Display Segmentation).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to segmentation and material master data management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SGT_01012 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.