How To Fix EAN_UCC082 - GTIN &1 is already used for one or more combinations of matl, UoM, vendor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAN_UCC - EAN.UCC Messages

• Message number: 082

• Message text: GTIN &1 is already used for one or more combinations of matl, UoM, vendor

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAN_UCC082 - GTIN &1 is already used for one or more combinations of matl, UoM, vendor ?

  The SAP error message EAN_UCC082 indicates that the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN), which is a unique identifier for products, is already associated with one or more combinations of material, unit of measure (UoM), and vendor in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or update a GTIN for a material that already has an existing GTIN assigned to it.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate GTIN Assignment: The GTIN you are trying to assign is already linked to another material or combination of material, UoM, and vendor.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the same GTIN is being reused incorrectly.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be duplicates that were not cleaned up.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing GTINs: Verify the existing GTINs in the system for the material, UoM, and vendor combination. You can do this by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM02 (Change Material) to see the current GTIN assignments.
  Use a Unique GTIN: If the GTIN is indeed already in use, you will need to assign a different, unique GTIN to the material.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly maintained and that there are no unintended duplicates.
  Consult with Data Management Team: If you suspect that this is a data migration issue, consult with your data management or IT team to clean up any duplicates in the database.
  Check for Vendor-Specific GTINs: If the GTIN is vendor-specific, ensure that you are not trying to assign a GTIN that is already linked to another vendor for the same material.
  
  Related Information:
  
  GTIN Structure: Understand the structure of GTINs (e.g., GTIN-8, GTIN-12, GTIN-13, GTIN-14) and ensure that the GTIN you are trying to use conforms to the correct format.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing GTINs and material master data.
  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_UCC082 error and ensure that your GTIN assignments are unique and correctly maintained in the SAP system.