How To Fix EAN_UCC005 - Enter GTIN variant combination assigned to a material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAN_UCC - EAN.UCC Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Enter GTIN variant combination assigned to a material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAN_UCC005 - Enter GTIN variant combination assigned to a material ?

  The SAP error message EAN_UCC005, which states "Enter GTIN variant combination assigned to a material," typically occurs when you are trying to process a material that requires a Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) but the necessary GTIN variant combination has not been assigned to that material in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing GTIN Assignment: The material you are working with does not have a GTIN variant combination assigned in the material master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for GTINs in your SAP system may not be set up correctly.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, leading to the absence of the required GTIN information.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM03).
  Enter the material number and check the relevant views (especially the Sales: General/Plant view or the Basic Data view) to see if the GTIN is assigned.
  If the GTIN is missing, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Assign GTIN:
  
  If the GTIN is not assigned, you can do this by using Transaction Code: MM02 (Change Material).
  Navigate to the appropriate view where GTINs are maintained and enter the GTIN variant combination that corresponds to the material.
  
  
  
  Check GTIN Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the GTIN settings in your SAP system are correctly configured. This may involve checking the settings in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under Logistics > General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Define GTINs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding GTIN management and ensure compliance with those standards.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  GTIN: The Global Trade Item Number is a unique identifier for trade items, which can be used for tracking and inventory management.
  Material Master: The material master in SAP contains all the information related to a material, including its GTIN, which is essential for various processes like sales, purchasing, and inventory management.
  SAP Support: If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to GTINs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EAN_UCC005 error and ensure that your materials are properly configured with the necessary GTIN information.