How To Fix EAN_UCC071 - GTIN &1 is not assigned to material &2; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAN_UCC - EAN.UCC Messages

• Message number: 071

• Message text: GTIN &1 is not assigned to material &2; see long text

What causes this issue?

The system displays this message because the Global Trade Item Number
(GTIN) is not assigned to a material in the material master.

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 if the GTIN is assigned to a material, and make the required
changes.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAN_UCC071 - GTIN &1 is not assigned to material &2; see long text ?

  The SAP error message EAN_UCC071 indicates that a Global Trade Item Number (GTIN), also known as a European Article Number (EAN), is not assigned to the specified material in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform operations that require a GTIN for a material, such as during goods receipt, sales order processing, or when creating a delivery.
  Cause:
  
  Missing GTIN Assignment: The GTIN has not been assigned to the material in the material master data.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number specified in the error message may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as changes made to the material master that have not been properly updated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign GTIN to Material:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM02).
  Enter the material number that is causing the error.
  Navigate to the "Basic Data" or "Sales" view (depending on your configuration).
  In the relevant section, enter the GTIN in the appropriate field.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Material Number:
  
  Verify that the material number you are using is correct and exists in the system.
  If necessary, search for the material using the Material Master search functionality.
  
  
  
  Review Long Text:
  
  The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. You can do this by clicking on the message or using the transaction code SE91 to view the message class and long text associated with EAN_UCC071.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about how to proceed or if you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for maintaining material master data in your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  GTIN/EAN: A GTIN is a unique identifier for products, which is essential for inventory management, sales, and logistics.
  Material Master Data: This is a central repository of information about materials in SAP, and it is crucial for various business processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EAN_UCC071 error and ensure that the GTIN is properly assigned to the material in question.