How To Fix SGT_SIC001 - BLANK is not a valid seg. value for segmentation strategy &1 in MRP node

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SGT_SIC - Message class for Segmentation rules consistancy check

• Message number: 001

• Message text: BLANK is not a valid seg. value for segmentation strategy &1 in MRP node

What causes this issue?

The requirement segment or stock segment value contains the value as
BLANK that is not supported.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the values as * or valid segment combinations wherever the
character BLANK is used for requirement or stock segment fields in the
MRP node of the segmentation strategy. You can do this in Customizing
activity <ZK>Define Segmentation Strategies</> under <LS>Logistics ?
General > Segmentation</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SGT_SIC001 - BLANK is not a valid seg. value for segmentation strategy &1 in MRP node ?

  The SAP error message SGT_SIC001 indicates that a blank value is not a valid segmentation value for the specified segmentation strategy in the MRP (Material Requirements Planning) node. This error typically arises when the system is trying to process a segmentation strategy that requires specific values, but it encounters a blank or null value instead.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Segmentation Value: The segmentation strategy defined in the MRP node requires specific values, and one or more of these values are missing or not properly configured.
  Incorrect Configuration: The segmentation strategy may not be correctly set up in the system, leading to the system not recognizing the blank value as valid.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during data entry or data migration that resulted in blank values being assigned to fields that should contain valid segmentation values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Segmentation Strategy Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the segmentation strategy in the SAP system.
  Ensure that all required values are defined and that there are no blank entries.
  
  
  
  Review MRP Node Settings:
  
  Navigate to the MRP node settings and verify that the segmentation strategy is correctly assigned.
  Ensure that all necessary fields are populated with valid values.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Check the master data related to the MRP node (e.g., material master, planning data) to ensure that there are no blank values in the fields that are required for segmentation.
  If you find any blank values, update them with the appropriate valid values.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, re-run the MRP process to see if the error persists.
  If the error is resolved, document the changes made for future reference.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the segmentation strategy and its requirements.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Segmentation Strategy: This is a method used in MRP to categorize materials based on certain criteria, which helps in planning and inventory management.
  MRP Node: This refers to the specific point in the MRP process where planning and execution decisions are made based on the defined strategies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SGT_SIC001 error in your SAP system.