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How To Fix SGT_MAIN116 - Maintain variants of the generic article in a plant


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 116

  • Message text: Maintain variants of the generic article in a plant

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_MAIN116 - Maintain variants of the generic article in a plant ?

    The SAP error message SGT_MAIN116, which states "Maintain variants of the generic article in a plant," typically occurs in the context of managing generic articles and their variants in SAP's logistics and materials management modules. This error indicates that the system requires you to maintain or define the variants of a generic article for a specific plant before proceeding with certain operations, such as creating a sales order, purchase order, or inventory management tasks.

    Cause:

    1. Generic Article Not Fully Defined: The generic article has been created, but its variants (specific configurations or attributes) have not been defined for the plant in question.
    2. Missing Plant-Specific Data: The system requires that each plant has its own set of variants for the generic article, and if this data is missing, the error will be triggered.
    3. Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the generic article and its variants are configured in the system.

    Solution:

    To resolve the SGT_MAIN116 error, you need to maintain the variants of the generic article for the specific plant. Here are the steps to do this:

    1. Access the Article Master Data:

      • Go to the transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material) in SAP.
    2. Select the Generic Article:

      • Enter the generic article number and select the appropriate views that pertain to the variants.
    3. Maintain Variants:

      • Navigate to the "Basic Data" or "Sales" view (depending on your configuration) and look for the section where you can maintain variants.
      • Ensure that you define the necessary variants for the article in the specific plant. This may include attributes such as size, color, or any other relevant characteristics.
    4. Assign Variants to the Plant:

      • Make sure that the variants are assigned to the correct plant. This may involve specifying the plant in the relevant fields.
    5. Save Changes:

      • After making the necessary changes, save the data.
    6. Check for Additional Settings:

      • If the error persists, check if there are any additional settings or configurations required for the generic article and its variants in the system.

    Related Information:

    • Generic Articles: These are articles that can have multiple variants based on certain characteristics. They are often used in industries where products have similar attributes but differ in specific ways.
    • Material Master: The material master in SAP contains all the information related to materials, including data for purchasing, sales, and inventory management.
    • Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01, MM02, MM03 (Display Material), and MM04 (Change Material Status) for managing material data.

    If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.

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