How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE583 - Specify the main EAN for vendor &, unit of measure &, product &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 583

• Message text: Specify the main EAN for vendor &, unit of measure &, product &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE583 - Specify the main EAN for vendor &, unit of measure &, product & ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE583 indicates that there is a missing or unspecified main EAN (European Article Number) for a specific vendor, unit of measure, and product. This error typically arises during the creation or modification of product master data in SAP, particularly in the context of materials management or logistics.
  Cause:
  
  Missing EAN: The main EAN for the product has not been specified in the material master data.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The EAN might have been incorrectly entered or not entered at all.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the material master data that require a main EAN to be specified.
  Vendor-Specific Requirements: Certain vendors may have specific requirements for EANs that need to be fulfilled.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the material master data for the product in question.
  Ensure that the main EAN is specified in the relevant fields. This can typically be found in the Basic Data or Sales views of the material master.
  
  
  
  Enter the Main EAN:
  
  If the EAN is missing, enter the correct EAN for the product. Make sure it is valid and corresponds to the vendor and unit of measure specified.
  
  
  
  Review Vendor Information:
  
  Check the vendor master data to ensure that it is correctly linked to the product and that any vendor-specific requirements are met.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the entry of EANs and product master data.
  
  
  
  SAP Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the system settings are correctly configured to require or allow EAN entries.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, attempt to save or process the material master data again to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  EAN: The European Article Number is a unique identifier for products, often used in retail and logistics to track items.
  Material Master Data: This is a central repository of information related to materials in SAP, which includes details like descriptions, units of measure, and EANs.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes for managing material master data include:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.