How To Fix SGT_MAIN078 - Cannot maintain segmentation-based valuation data for material &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Cannot maintain segmentation-based valuation data for material &1

What causes this issue?

Segmentation-based valuation can be maintained only when the
segmentation strategy scope is 1 (that means<(>,<)> only when both the
requirement segment and stock segment are maintained). You cannot
maintain segmentation-based valuation data when the segmentation
strategy scope is 2, as in this case, where only stock segment is
maintained on the variant 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?

The segmentation strategy scope must be 1 if you want to maintain
segmentation based valuation data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_MAIN078 - Cannot maintain segmentation-based valuation data for material &1 ?

  The SAP error message SGT_MAIN078 indicates that there is an issue with maintaining segmentation-based valuation data for a specific material. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Global Trade Services (GTS) or when dealing with materials that have segmentation-based valuation settings.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material may not be properly set up in the material master, particularly in the valuation area or segmentation settings.
  Missing Segmentation Data: The required segmentation data for the material may not be maintained or is incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain segmentation data for the material.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the GTS settings or in the material valuation settings in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify that all necessary data is correctly maintained, especially in the Accounting and Valuation views.
  Ensure that the segmentation settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Maintain Segmentation Data:
  
  If segmentation data is missing, you may need to maintain it. This can typically be done in the GTS system or through the relevant transaction in SAP.
  Ensure that the segmentation data is complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain segmentation data. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to segmentation and valuation in both the SAP ERP and GTS systems. Ensure that they are set up correctly according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Check for System Notes or Updates:
  
  Sometimes, specific issues may be addressed in SAP Notes or updates. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes related to this error message.
  
  
  
  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 context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and GTS-specific transactions for managing segmentation data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to segmentation and valuation issues in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on material valuation and segmentation to understand the requirements and settings better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SGT_MAIN078 error message.