How To Fix SGT_01860 - Cannot assign mat. &1; segmentation strategy is different for mat. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SGT_01 - SGT_01

• Message number: 860

• Message text: Cannot assign mat. &1; segmentation strategy is different for mat. &2

Symptom
The system cannot assign a material to a routing group if the
segmentation strategies are different. This error occurs when you try to
change or assign a new material to a routing group and group counter in
the material assignment screen.
Reason and Prerequisites
Materials that have different segmentation strategies can be assigned to
the same routing group only if the relevancy is set for the routing for
the segmentation structure otherwise the material should not be allowed
for the routing and an error message must be displayed.
Solution
Materials with different segmentation strategies can be assigned to the
same group and group counter only if the segmentation structures are not
relevant for routing.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_01860 - Cannot assign mat. &1; segmentation strategy is different for mat. &2 ?

  The SAP error message SGT_01860 indicates that there is a conflict in the segmentation strategy for materials in the system. Specifically, it means that you are trying to assign a material (material &1) to a segmentation strategy that is different from the one already assigned to another material (material &2). This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where segmentation strategies are used to categorize materials for planning purposes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Different Segmentation Strategies: The primary cause of this error is that the two materials involved (material &1 and material &2) are assigned to different segmentation strategies. This can happen if the materials are set up in different ways in the system or if there have been changes to the segmentation strategy configuration.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the segmentation strategies in the system, leading to conflicts when trying to assign materials.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Sometimes, this error can arise from incorrect data entry or selection of materials during the assignment process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Segmentation Strategies: Review the segmentation strategies assigned to both materials. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data screens in SAP. Ensure that both materials are intended to use the same segmentation strategy.
  
  
  Reassign Materials: If the materials should indeed be using the same segmentation strategy, you may need to reassign one of the materials to match the other. This can typically be done in the material master data or through the relevant planning transaction.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If you suspect that there is a configuration issue, review the segmentation strategy settings in the system. Ensure that they are correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on segmentation strategies and how they should be configured and assigned.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide assistance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Segmentation Strategies: These are used in SAP to categorize materials based on various criteria, such as demand patterns, product characteristics, or other business rules.
  Material Master Data: This is where the details of materials are stored in SAP, including their segmentation strategy assignments.
  SAP APO: Advanced Planning and Optimization is a module that helps in supply chain planning and may involve segmentation strategies for effective planning.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.