How To Fix COM_PRODUCT_UNIT202 - GTIN &1 must be exactly 14 characters long

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT_UNIT - Messages on Units of Measure

• Message number: 202

• Message text: GTIN &1 must be exactly 14 characters long

What causes this issue?

A Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) must be 14 characters long. The
number you used does not contain 14 characters.

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?

Enter leading zeros to make the GTIN 14 characters long.

How can this happen?

You tried to enter 12345678, enter 00000012345678 instead.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_UNIT202 - GTIN &1 must be exactly 14 characters long ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_UNIT202 indicates that the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) you are trying to enter does not meet the required length of exactly 14 characters. The GTIN is a unique identifier for products, and it can be in the form of GTIN-8, GTIN-12, GTIN-13, or GTIN-14. In this case, the system expects a GTIN-14 format.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Length: The GTIN you are trying to input is either shorter or longer than 14 characters.
  Formatting Issues: The GTIN may contain spaces, dashes, or other non-numeric characters that are not allowed.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error during data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the GTIN: Verify that the GTIN you are entering is indeed 14 characters long. If it is not, you will need to correct it.
  Remove Non-Numeric Characters: Ensure that the GTIN consists only of numeric characters (0-9) without any spaces or special characters.
  Use the Correct GTIN Format: If you have a GTIN that is shorter (like GTIN-12 or GTIN-13), you may need to convert it to GTIN-14 by adding leading zeros. For example, a GTIN-12 of 123456789012 would become 00012345678901 to make it 14 characters long.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct GTIN for a product, refer to the product documentation or the relevant standards for GTIN assignment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  GTIN Formats: GTIN can be represented in various formats:
  
  GTIN-8: 8 digits
  GTIN-12: 12 digits (UPC)
  GTIN-13: 13 digits (EAN-13)
  GTIN-14: 14 digits (used for packaging levels)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Check SAP's official documentation or help resources for more details on handling GTINs and product master data.
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks in your data entry processes to prevent similar errors in the future.
  
  
  By ensuring that the GTIN is exactly 14 characters long and formatted correctly, you should be able to resolve the error message COM_PRODUCT_UNIT202.