How To Fix PVJ380 - The EAN &1 is blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PVJ - Messages for PRICAT (cf. VJ)

• Message number: 380

• Message text: The EAN &1 is blocked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PVJ380 - The EAN &1 is blocked ?

  The SAP error message PVJ380 indicates that the European Article Number (EAN) you are trying to use is blocked. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management, sales, or logistics when dealing with products that have a specific EAN assigned to them.
  Cause:
  
  Blocked Status: The EAN is marked as blocked in the system, which means that it cannot be used for transactions such as sales orders, deliveries, or inventory movements.
  Product Status: The product associated with the EAN may be inactive or blocked for sales or procurement.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data or the EAN itself, such as incorrect settings or missing information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check EAN Status:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the status of the EAN. Ensure that it is not marked as blocked.
  If it is blocked, you may need to change the status to active.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Verify the material master data for the product associated with the EAN. Ensure that the product is active and not blocked for sales or procurement.
  Check the sales organization data and plant data to ensure that the product is available for the relevant sales areas.
  
  
  
  Unblock EAN:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can unblock the EAN by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM02 for changing material master data) and updating the status.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for material master data management in your organization.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Configuration:
  
  Sometimes, the blocking may be due to specific configuration settings in the system. Ensure that there are no custom settings that might be causing the EAN to be blocked.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM01: Create Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to EAN blocking.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to material management and EAN handling for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.