How To Fix SGT_01082 - Invalid data type; only &1 can be used for seg. relevant characteristics

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SGT_01 - SGT_01

• Message number: 082

• Message text: Invalid data type; only &1 can be used for seg. relevant characteristics

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_01082 - Invalid data type; only &1 can be used for seg. relevant characteristics ?

  The SAP error message SGT_01082 indicates that there is an issue with the data type of a characteristic that is being used in a segment relevant context. Specifically, the error states that only a certain data type (denoted as &1 in the message) is allowed for segment relevant characteristics.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  A characteristic that is marked as segment relevant is assigned a data type that is not compatible with the requirements of the segment.
  The characteristic may be defined with a data type that does not meet the criteria for segment relevance, such as using a non-numeric type when a numeric type is expected.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the characteristic definition in the SAP system (transaction code CT04 for characteristics).
  Verify the data type of the characteristic. Ensure that it matches the expected data type for segment relevant characteristics.
  
  
  
  Modify the Data Type:
  
  If the data type is incorrect, you may need to change it to the appropriate type that is allowed for segment relevant characteristics. This may involve creating a new characteristic if the existing one cannot be modified.
  
  
  
  Review Segment Settings:
  
  Check the settings of the segment where the characteristic is being used. Ensure that the segment is configured to accept the data type of the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on which data types are allowed for segment relevant characteristics.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CT04: Characteristic maintenance.
  CT03: Display characteristic.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  SAP Community: 
  
  Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.