How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE071 - EAN already used for unit of measure & of this product

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: EAN already used for unit of measure & of this product

What causes this issue?

You have entered an EAN that is already being used for another unit of
this product.

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?

Check to see whether you really want to assign this number, or correct
your entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE071 - EAN already used for unit of measure & of this product ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE071 indicates that the EAN (European Article Number) you are trying to use for a product is already associated with a different unit of measure for that product. This typically occurs in the context of product master data management, particularly when dealing with materials in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate EAN Assignment: The EAN you are trying to assign is already linked to another unit of measure for the same product. In SAP, each EAN must be unique for each unit of measure.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a mistake in data entry, where the same EAN was inadvertently assigned to multiple units of measure.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it’s possible that the EANs were not properly validated, leading to duplicates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing EAN Assignments:
  
  Go to the material master data for the product in question.
  Check the EANs assigned to different units of measure. You can do this by navigating to the relevant views in the material master (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, or Purchasing views).
  
  
  
  Remove or Change the EAN:
  
  If you find that the EAN is indeed assigned to another unit of measure, you can either:
  
  Remove the EAN from the other unit of measure if it is no longer needed.
  Assign a different EAN to the unit of measure you are trying to create or modify.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Data Management Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of changing EANs, consult with your data management or product management team to ensure that the changes align with business processes.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Implement data validation checks to prevent duplicate EAN assignments in the future, especially if you are migrating data or regularly updating product information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material master data is structured in SAP is crucial. Each material can have multiple units of measure, and each unit of measure can have its own EAN.
  SAP Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) to manage material master data effectively.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing EANs and units of measure in the material master.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your EAN assignments are correctly managed within SAP.