How To Fix MH152 - The first of the remaining EANs has been flagged as the main EAN

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MH - Maintain Material Master Data (Retail)

• Message number: 152

• Message text: The first of the remaining EANs has been flagged as the main EAN

What causes this issue?

You have deleted an EAN. This EAN was the main EAN for at least one
vendor to which several EANs are assigned.

System Response

Since a single EAN must always be identified as the main EAN for a
vendor, the system has flagged the first of the remaining EANs as the
main EAN.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MH152 - The first of the remaining EANs has been flagged as the main EAN ?

  The SAP error message MH152 indicates that there is an issue with the handling of European Article Numbers (EANs) in the system. Specifically, it suggests that the first of the remaining EANs has been flagged as the main EAN, which may not be the intended configuration for the product in question.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect EAN Configuration: The product may have multiple EANs assigned, and the system is trying to determine which one should be the primary identifier. If the first EAN is not intended to be the main EAN, this can trigger the error.
  Data Entry Errors: There may have been mistakes during the data entry process, leading to incorrect EAN assignments.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts in EAN assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check EAN Assignments: Review the EANs assigned to the material in the material master record. Ensure that the correct EAN is marked as the main EAN.
  
  Navigate to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the EANs under the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, etc.).
  
  
  Update EAN Configuration: If the first EAN is not the correct main EAN, update the configuration to set the appropriate EAN as the main one.
  
  You can do this by using transaction code MM02 to modify the material master and adjust the EAN settings.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the material master data to identify any discrepancies or issues that may need to be resolved.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling EANs and resolving related errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  EANs in SAP: EANs are used for identifying products in a standardized way, especially in retail and logistics. Each product can have multiple EANs for different packaging or sales units.
  Material Master Data: The material master is a central repository of information about materials in SAP. Proper configuration is crucial for inventory management, sales, and procurement 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.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.