How To Fix /STTPEC/MC_MD088 - UoM &1 has more then one GTIN for EAN category &2. Only one possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STTPEC/MC_MD -

• Message number: 088

• Message text: UoM &1 has more then one GTIN for EAN category &2. Only one possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STTPEC/MC_MD088 - UoM &1 has more then one GTIN for EAN category &2. Only one possible. ?

  The SAP error message /STTPEC/MC_MD088 indicates that there is a problem with the relationship between the Unit of Measure (UoM) and the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) for a specific EAN (European Article Number) category. Specifically, the error states that the specified UoM has more than one GTIN associated with it for the given EAN category, which is not allowed as only one GTIN can be assigned to a UoM in this context.
  Cause:
  
  
  Multiple GTINs for a Single UoM: The primary cause of this error is that the system has detected multiple GTINs linked to the same UoM for a specific EAN category. This can happen due to data entry errors, incorrect master data configuration, or changes in product packaging that were not properly updated in the system.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data where the same UoM is incorrectly associated with multiple GTINs.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master data in SAP and check the UoM and GTIN assignments.
  Identify the UoM that is causing the issue and list all GTINs associated with it.
  
  
  
  Identify Duplicates:
  
  Determine which GTINs are linked to the UoM in question. You can do this by checking the relevant tables (e.g., MARA, MARC, and others related to GTINs).
  
  
  
  Correct the Data:
  
  Decide which GTIN should remain associated with the UoM. You may need to consult with your product management or data governance team to ensure the correct GTIN is retained.
  Remove or reassign the other GTINs to the appropriate UoM or EAN category.
  
  
  
  Update the System:
  
  Make the necessary changes in the SAP system to ensure that only one GTIN is associated with the UoM for the specified EAN category.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the changes, test the relevant transactions to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material) to view and edit material master data.
  Data Maintenance: Regular audits of master data can help prevent such issues from occurring in the future.
  Documentation: Ensure that there is proper documentation and guidelines for maintaining GTIN and UoM relationships to avoid confusion among users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your master data is correctly configured.