How To Fix /SAPAPO/MAT214 - GTIN/EAN &1 is already used for unit of measure &2 of this product

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MAT -

• Message number: 214

• Message text: GTIN/EAN &1 is already used for unit of measure &2 of this product

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT214 - GTIN/EAN &1 is already used for unit of measure &2 of this product ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT214 GTIN/EAN &1 is already used for unit of measure &2 of this product typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) or European Article Number (EAN) associated with a product. This error indicates that the specified GTIN/EAN is already assigned to a different unit of measure (UoM) for the same product, which can lead to conflicts in data management.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate GTIN/EAN Assignment: The GTIN/EAN you are trying to assign to a product is already linked to another unit of measure for that product. This can happen if the same GTIN/EAN is mistakenly assigned to multiple units of measure.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during data entry or data migration, leading to the same GTIN/EAN being assigned to different units of measure.
  Configuration Issues: There might be issues in the configuration settings related to product master data or unit of measure settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Assignments: Review the product master data to see which GTIN/EAN is currently assigned to which unit of measure. You can do this by navigating to the product master data in SAP and checking the relevant fields.
  Remove Duplicate Assignment: If you find that the GTIN/EAN is indeed assigned to another unit of measure that is not needed, you can remove or change that assignment.
  Correct Data Entry: If the assignment was made in error, correct the data entry to ensure that each GTIN/EAN is uniquely assigned to a single unit of measure.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines on managing GTIN/EAN and unit of measure assignments to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Use Unique GTIN/EAN: If the GTIN/EAN must be used for multiple units of measure, consider using different GTINs/EANs for each unit of measure to avoid conflicts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on managing GTIN/EAN assignments.
  Master Data Management: Familiarize yourself with the principles of master data management in SAP, particularly in the context of product data and units of measure.
  Training and Support: If you are unsure about how to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in APO and master data management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your product master data is correctly configured.