How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE072 - The EAN & is already used for product &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: The EAN & is already used for product &

What causes this issue?

You have entered an International Article Number (EAN) that is already
used for another product.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check whether you are sure you want to assign the same number. If not,
correct your entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

In Customizing for the Material Master, you can define whether this
message is to appear as an error message, as a warning, or not to appear
at all.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE072 - The EAN & is already used for product & ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE072 indicates that the EAN (European Article Number) you are trying to assign to a product is already in use for another product. This error typically occurs in the context of product master data management, particularly when dealing with product creation or updates in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate EAN: The primary cause of this error is that the EAN you are trying to assign is already associated with another product in the system. EANs must be unique identifiers for products, and SAP enforces this uniqueness to prevent data inconsistencies.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in data entry, where the same EAN was inadvertently assigned to multiple products.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been duplicates that were not cleaned up before the migration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing EANs: Verify the EAN you are trying to use by checking the existing product master data. You can do this by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or using the relevant reports to list products and their EANs.
  Use a Different EAN: If the EAN is indeed in use, you will need to assign a different, unique EAN to the product you are trying to create or update.
  Update Existing Product: If the EAN is supposed to be associated with the product you are working on, you may need to update the existing product's details instead of creating a new one.
  Data Cleanup: If you find that there are duplicates due to data migration or entry errors, you may need to clean up the data by either deleting or merging the duplicate entries, ensuring that each EAN is unique.
  
  Related Information:
  
  EAN Structure: EANs are typically 13-digit numbers (EAN-13) that uniquely identify products. They are used globally for product identification.
  SAP Master Data Management: Understanding how SAP handles master data, including product data, can help prevent such issues. Familiarize yourself with the relevant tables (like MARA for general material data) and transaction codes.
  Documentation and Support: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on managing product master data and resolving EAN-related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your product data is correctly maintained in SAP.