How To Fix STGR102 - Plant & is already a reference plant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STGR - Hold store grouping messages

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Plant & is already a reference plant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STGR102 - Plant & is already a reference plant ?

  The SAP error message STGR102 indicates that the specified plant is already set up as a reference plant in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a plant in a way that conflicts with existing configurations.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You attempt to create a new plant or modify an existing plant that is already designated as a reference plant in the system.
  The system does not allow multiple plants to be set as reference plants for certain configurations or processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the STGR102 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Reference Plants:
  
  Use transaction code OX10 (or navigate through the menu: Logistics > Production > Master Data > Plant > Define Plant) to view the list of existing plants and their configurations.
  Identify if the plant you are trying to create or modify is already set as a reference plant.
  
  
  
  Modify or Remove Reference Plant Status:
  
  If you need to change the reference plant status, you may need to remove the reference designation from the existing plant. This can be done in the same configuration area where you defined the plant.
  Ensure that the plant you want to set as a reference plant does not have any dependencies or configurations that would conflict with this change.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to plant configuration and reference plants to understand the implications of changing a plant's status.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependent configurations (like material master records, production orders, etc.) that are linked to the plant you are trying to modify.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OX10 for plant configuration, MM01 for material master creation, and SPRO for accessing the SAP Reference IMG.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to STGR102 for any known issues or additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to plant configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the STGR102 error and proceed with your plant configuration tasks in SAP.