How To Fix SGT_MAIN142 - Articles cannot be extended; articles are not relevant to segmentation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Articles cannot be extended; articles are not relevant to segmentation

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

You cannot extend articles or variants that are not relevant to
segmentation.

System Response

The program terminates.,,
The system did not extend the intended articles to any of the
manufacturing plants. You need to select the valid articles and re-run
the program/report again.

How to fix this error?

Please select the articles/variants which are segmentation relevant
only.

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_MAIN142 - Articles cannot be extended; articles are not relevant to segmentation ?

  The SAP error message SGT_MAIN142 indicates that the articles you are trying to extend are not relevant to segmentation. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's segmentation functionality, which is used to manage and categorize articles based on specific criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Article Not Segmented: The article you are trying to extend may not be set up for segmentation. This means that it has not been assigned to any segmentation group or does not meet the criteria for segmentation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent certain articles from being segmented.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the article may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to it being classified as not relevant for segmentation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Article Settings: Verify the settings of the article in question. Ensure that it is marked as relevant for segmentation. You can do this by checking the article master data in the relevant transaction (e.g., MM02 for material master).
  Review Segmentation Configuration: Check the segmentation configuration in your SAP system. Ensure that the segmentation criteria are correctly defined and that the article meets these criteria.
  Assign to Segmentation Group: If the article is not assigned to a segmentation group, you may need to assign it to one that is appropriate for your business needs.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on segmentation and article management.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you suspect a deeper configuration issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Segmentation in SAP: Segmentation is a feature in SAP that allows businesses to categorize their products based on various criteria, such as sales volume, profitability, or customer preferences. This helps in targeted marketing and inventory management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and SGT (Segmentation) related transactions.
  Master Data Management: Ensure that your master data is well-maintained, as this is crucial for effective segmentation and overall system performance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully extend the articles as needed.