How To Fix SGT_MAIN219 - Cannot maintain seg. based EAN data; &1 is not relevant to segmentation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 219

• Message text: Cannot maintain seg. based EAN data; &1 is not relevant to segmentation

What causes this issue?

The material is not relevant to segmentation. You can only maintain
segmentation-based International Article Number (EAN) data for materials
relevant to segmentation.

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?

Maintain segmentation-based EAN data for materials relevant to
segmentation.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_MAIN219 - Cannot maintain seg. based EAN data; &1 is not relevant to segmentation ?

  The SAP error message SGT_MAIN219 indicates that there is an issue with maintaining segment-based EAN (European Article Number) data for a specific material or product. The message states that the material or product in question is not relevant to segmentation, which means that it cannot be processed in the context of segment-based EAN management.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Segmented: The material or product you are trying to maintain does not have segmentation enabled. This could be due to the material type or settings in the material master.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for segmentation in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the material being classified as not relevant for segmentation.
  Missing Segmentation Data: The material may not have the necessary segmentation data defined in the system, which is required for maintaining EAN data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the affected material and check if segmentation is enabled. You can do this by navigating to the relevant views in the material master (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, or Purchasing views).
  Ensure that the material type supports segmentation.
  
  
  
  Review Segmentation Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for segmentation in the SAP system. This can typically be found in the customizing settings under Logistics or Sales and Distribution.
  Ensure that the segmentation settings are correctly defined for the materials you are working with.
  
  
  
  Assign Segmentation:
  
  If the material is not segmented, you may need to assign it to a segmentation group or define the necessary segmentation characteristics.
  Use transaction codes like MM02 to modify the material master and assign the necessary segmentation data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to segmentation and EAN management to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01 (Create Material)
  MM02 (Change Material)
  MM03 (Display Material)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Segmentation in SAP: Understand the concept of segmentation in SAP, which is often used in sales and distribution to manage different product characteristics and pricing strategies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message SGT_MAIN219 and successfully maintain the segment-based EAN data for your materials.