How To Fix SGT_01845 - Valuation type & for article & has no preference segment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SGT_01 - SGT_01

• Message number: 845

• Message text: Valuation type & for article & has no preference segment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_01845 - Valuation type & for article & has no preference segment ?

  The SAP error message SGT_01845 indicates that there is an issue with the valuation type for a specific article (material) in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Global Trade Services (GTS) or when dealing with material valuation in the Materials Management (MM) module.
  Cause:
  The error message "Valuation type & for article & has no preference segment" suggests that the system is unable to find a preference segment for the specified valuation type of the material. This can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The valuation type may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the absence of a corresponding preference segment.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data for the material, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master or valuation data.
  Incorrect Valuation Type: The valuation type being referenced may not be valid or may not have been set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Valuation Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the valuation types in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the valuation type in question is correctly defined and has the necessary preference segments associated with it.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Access the material master data for the affected article using transaction code MM03.
  Check the valuation data and ensure that the valuation type is correctly assigned and that all required fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Maintain Preference Segments:
  
  If the valuation type is missing a preference segment, you may need to create or maintain the preference segments for that valuation type.
  This can typically be done in the GTS configuration settings or through the relevant transaction codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help notes related to valuation types and preference segments for additional guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and configuration transactions related to GTS and material valuation.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error message SGT_01845 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation on SAP GTS and material valuation to better understand the underlying processes and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message SGT_01845 in your SAP system.