How To Fix SGT_MAIN073 - You can't set seg. sales data for matl &1 S.Org. &2 DChan &3 seg. &4.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 073

• Message text: You can't set seg. sales data for matl &1 S.Org. &2 DChan &3 seg. &4.

What causes this issue?

You cannot enter segmentation-based sales data for the material unless
you have created the sales data for the sales organization and
distribution channel at the material level.

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?

Create the sales data at the material level.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_MAIN073 - You can't set seg. sales data for matl &1 S.Org. &2 DChan &3 seg. &4. ?

  The SAP error message SGT_MAIN073 indicates that there is an issue with setting segment sales data for a specific material, sales organization, distribution channel, and segment. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Sales and Distribution (SD) module, particularly when dealing with segment reporting or profitability analysis.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the material, sales organization, or distribution channel may not be set up correctly. This includes missing or incomplete segment data in the material master or sales organization data.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the profitability analysis (CO-PA) or segment reporting may not be correctly defined, leading to issues when trying to assign sales data to segments.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from processing the sales data correctly. This could include issues with the sales document, pricing conditions, or other related data.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action related to segment sales data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SGT_MAIN073 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material master data is complete and correctly configured for the relevant sales organization and distribution channel.
  Ensure that the segment data is properly maintained in the material master (transaction code MM02).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for CO-PA and segment reporting in the SAP system. Ensure that the segments are correctly defined and that the necessary settings are in place.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings and navigate to the relevant sections for profitability analysis.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies in the sales documents or related data. This can be done using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify segment sales data. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant transaction logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM02 (Change Material), SPRO (SAP Reference IMG), SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  SAP Modules: Sales and Distribution (SD), Controlling (CO), Profitability Analysis (CO-PA).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to segment reporting and profitability analysis for more detailed guidance on configuration and data management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the SGT_MAIN073 error in your SAP system.