How To Fix SGT_01612 - Default Segment value not maintained for Material & and Plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SGT_01 - SGT_01

• Message number: 612

• Message text: Default Segment value not maintained for Material & and Plant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_01612 - Default Segment value not maintained for Material & and Plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message SGT_01612 indicates that a default segment value has not been maintained for a specific material and plant combination in the context of SAP's Segment Reporting or Segment Management functionality. This error typically arises when the system is trying to process a transaction or report that requires segment information, but the necessary default values are missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Default Segment Value: The primary cause of this error is that the default segment value for the specified material and plant has not been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to segment reporting or the material master data.
  Data Inconsistencies: The material master data may not be properly maintained, leading to inconsistencies in segment assignment.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Maintain Default Segment Value:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material).
  Enter the material number and select the appropriate views (e.g., Accounting, Sales, etc.).
  Check the segment assignment and ensure that a default segment value is maintained for the specified plant.
  If it is missing, add the appropriate segment value and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, navigate to the relevant configuration area for segment reporting.
  Ensure that the settings for default segment values are correctly configured for the materials and plants in question.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to review the material master data for the affected material.
  Ensure that all necessary fields related to segment reporting are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to segment reporting to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for maintaining segment values.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM01, MM02, MM03, and possibly SPRO for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SGT_01612 error and ensure that the default segment values are properly maintained for your materials and plants.