How To Fix SGT_MAIN018 - Segmentation related data from client and plant will be deleted on save

SGT_MAIN018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SGT_MAIN - Message Class for Article Master Data

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Segmentation related data from client and plant will be deleted on save

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_MAIN018 - Segmentation related data from client and plant will be deleted on save ?

  The SAP error message SGT_MAIN018 indicates that there is an issue related to segmentation data in the context of a specific client and plant. This message typically arises when you are trying to save data in a transaction that involves segmentation, such as in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or other modules that utilize segmentation for data management.
  
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that there is a conflict or inconsistency with the segmentation data associated with the client and plant you are working with. This could be due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Segmentation Data: The segmentation data for the specified client and plant may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the segmentation data that prevent the system from saving the changes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to modify or save segmentation data.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration