How To Fix SGT_01646 - You need to enter a material value to save the stock segment.

SGT_01646 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SGT_01 - SGT_01

• Message number: 646

• Message text: You need to enter a material value to save the stock segment.

What causes this issue?

You have entered a stock segment without the material number.

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?

You need to enter a material relevant to the segment to be able to save
the stock segment.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

SGT_01646 - Details

• The SAP error message SGT_01646, which states "You need to enter a material value to save the stock segment," typically occurs in the context of managing stock segments in SAP, particularly when dealing with the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module or Inventory Management.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when you are trying to create or modify a stock segment without specifying a material number. The system requires a material value to associate with the stock segment, and if this value is missing, it cannot proceed with the operation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that you have entered a valid material number in the relevant field before attempting to save the stock segment. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have filled in all required fields, especially the material number field. This is often a mandatory field for stock segment creation or modification.
  
  
  Material Master Data: Verify that