How To Fix SGT_MAIN090 - Segmentation strategy &1 is not valid for material &2, distr. channel &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Segmentation strategy &1 is not valid for material &2, distr. channel &3

What causes this issue?

You have entered an invalid segmentation strategy for the material and
the distribution channel.

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?

Assign a blank segment for the segmentation strategy or enter the
segment value that is maintained at the material level.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_MAIN090 - Segmentation strategy &1 is not valid for material &2, distr. channel &3 ?

  The SAP error message SGT_MAIN090 indicates that there is an issue with the segmentation strategy assigned to a specific material in a particular distribution channel. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's segmentation functionality, which is often used in sales and distribution processes.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Segmentation Strategy: The segmentation strategy specified for the material is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Material or Distribution Channel Configuration: The material may not be properly configured for the specified distribution channel, or the segmentation strategy may not be assigned to that combination.
  Missing Master Data: There may be missing or incomplete master data for the material, distribution channel, or segmentation strategy.
  Customizations or Changes: Recent changes in the configuration or customizations in the SAP system may have led to this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Segmentation Strategy:
  
  Go to the segmentation strategy configuration in SAP (transaction code: SPRO).
  Verify that the segmentation strategy exists and is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Validate Material and Distribution Channel:
  
  Check the material master data (transaction code: MM03) for the specific material and ensure that it is correctly set up for the distribution channel in question.
  Ensure that the segmentation strategy is assigned to the material for the specific distribution channel.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary master data is complete and correctly maintained for the material and distribution channel.
  Check if there are any missing entries in the relevant tables (e.g., MARA, MVKE).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation or notes related to the segmentation strategy and its application to the material and distribution channel.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the scenario again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue remains unresolved, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Tables: 
  
  MARA: General Material Data
  MVKE: Sales Data for Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to segmentation strategies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SGT_MAIN090 error in your SAP system.