How To Fix SAPLWSAM023 - Material for the EAN/UPC you specified has already been parked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAPLWSAM -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Material for the EAN/UPC you specified has already been parked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAPLWSAM023 - Material for the EAN/UPC you specified has already been parked ?

  The SAP error message SAPLWSAM023 indicates that there is an issue with the material associated with the EAN/UPC (European Article Number/Universal Product Code) you specified. Specifically, it means that the material has already been parked in the system, which typically occurs during the process of creating or updating material master records.
  Cause:
  
  Material Already Parked: The primary cause of this error is that the material you are trying to create or modify has already been parked in the system. Parking is a feature in SAP that allows users to save incomplete documents or records temporarily without posting them.
  Duplicate Entry: There may be an attempt to create a duplicate entry for a material that already exists in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data being entered, such as incorrect EAN/UPC codes or other related fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Parked Documents: 
  
  Use transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material is already parked. You can also use transaction MB03 to view parked documents.
  If you find a parked document, you can either complete it or delete it if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Review EAN/UPC Codes: 
  
  Ensure that the EAN/UPC code you are trying to use is correct and not already assigned to another material.
  If you need to use a different EAN/UPC, make sure it is unique and not already in use.
  
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues: 
  
  If you are unsure about the status of the material, consult with colleagues or your SAP administrator to verify if the material is indeed parked and what actions can be taken.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: 
  
  You can use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material) to create a new material if the existing one is not needed, or MM02 to modify the existing material if you have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Clear Parked Documents: 
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can clear or post the parked documents to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on material management and handling parked documents.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the appropriate roles and authorizations to create or modify materials in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP support team for further assistance.