How To Fix EAN_UCC083 - GTIN &1 is already used for one or more materials in the material master

EAN_UCC083 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAN_UCC - EAN.UCC Messages

• Message number: 083

• Message text: GTIN &1 is already used for one or more materials in the material master

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAN_UCC083 - GTIN &1 is already used for one or more materials in the material master ?

  The SAP error message EAN_UCC083 indicates that the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) you are trying to assign to a material is already in use for one or more materials in the material master. This can occur when you attempt to create or update a material with a GTIN that has already been assigned to another material.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate GTIN Assignment: The GTIN you are trying to use is already associated with another material in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the GTIN, leading to an attempt to assign a GTIN that is already in use.
  Material Master Configuration: The configuration of the material master may not allow for duplicate GTINs.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing GTINs: 
  
  Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check which materials are currently using the GTIN in question. 
  You can also use transaction code MM01 (Create Material) to see if the GTIN is already