How To Fix RFM_DRF_OUTBOUND004 - GTIN not found for product &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_DRF_OUTBOUND -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: GTIN not found for product &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_DRF_OUTBOUND004 - GTIN not found for product &1 ?

  The SAP error message RFM_DRF_OUTBOUND004 indicates that the system could not find a Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) for a specified product. This error typically occurs in the context of data replication or outbound processing, particularly when dealing with product master data in SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Missing GTIN: The most common cause is that the product in question does not have a GTIN assigned to it in the system.
  Incorrect Product Number: The product number provided may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  Data Replication Issues: If the GTIN is supposed to be replicated from another system (like an ERP or a third-party system), there may be issues with the data transfer or mapping.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the GTIN from being recognized or retrieved.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data:
  
  Go to the product master data in SAP and verify if the GTIN is assigned to the product. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM03 for material master).
  If the GTIN is missing, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Verify Product Number:
  
  Ensure that the product number you are using is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Replication:
  
  If the GTIN is supposed to be replicated from another system, check the replication logs for any errors or issues.
  Ensure that the data mapping is correctly set up and that the GTIN is being sent from the source system.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to GTINs in your SAP system. This may involve checking settings in the material master or related modules.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to GTIN handling and the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  GTIN: The Global Trade Item Number is a unique identifier for trade items, which can be used for tracking and inventory management.
  Material Master: In SAP, the material master is a central repository of information about materials (products) that an organization uses.
  Data Replication Framework (DRF): This is a tool in SAP that allows for the replication of master data across different systems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RFM_DRF_OUTBOUND004 error message.