How To Fix SGT_MAIN079 - Cannot maintain segmentation-based EAN data for material &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 079

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

What causes this issue?

Segmentation based International Article Number (EAN) 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 EAN data when the segmentation 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 EAN data.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_MAIN079 - Cannot maintain segmentation-based EAN data for material &1 ?

  The SAP error message SGT_MAIN079 indicates that there is an issue with maintaining segmentation-based EAN (European Article Number) data for a specific material in the system. This error typically arises in the context of managing product data, particularly when dealing with segmentation or categorization of materials.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Material Not Defined for Segmentation: The material you are trying to maintain may not be defined for segmentation in the system.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain segmentation data for the material.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system related to segmentation or EAN management.
  Material Status: The material might be in a status that does not allow changes to EAN data (e.g., blocked or inactive).
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or its segmentation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Definition: Ensure that the material is correctly defined for segmentation. You can do this by checking the material master data in the relevant views.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain segmentation data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings related to segmentation and EAN management. Ensure that the settings are correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  Material Status Check: Verify the status of the material. If the material is blocked or inactive, you may need to change its status to allow for updates.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the material data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing segmentation-based EAN data.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material) to access and modify material data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to segmentation and EAN management.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or training materials for guidance on maintaining material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message SGT_MAIN079.