How To Fix /STTPEC/MC_MD144 - Copy EAN to GTIN not possible for material &1 UoM &2. GTIN was integrated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STTPEC/MC_MD -

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Copy EAN to GTIN not possible for material &1 UoM &2. GTIN was integrated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STTPEC/MC_MD144 - Copy EAN to GTIN not possible for material &1 UoM &2. GTIN was integrated ?

  The SAP error message /STTPEC/MC_MD144 Copy EAN to GTIN not possible for material &1 UoM &2. GTIN was integrated typically occurs in the context of materials management and logistics when there is an issue with the integration of the European Article Number (EAN) and the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) for a specific material and unit of measure (UoM).
  Cause:
  
  Integration Issues: The error indicates that the GTIN has already been integrated into the system, which may prevent the copying of the EAN to the GTIN field.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material master, such as missing or incorrect entries for EAN or GTIN.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may not allow for the copying of EAN to GTIN under certain conditions, especially if GTIN is already set.
  Material Master Status: The material may be in a status that does not allow changes to the GTIN or EAN fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the specific material and UoM. Ensure that the EAN and GTIN fields are correctly populated and that there are no discrepancies.
  Review Integration Settings: Check the integration settings for EAN and GTIN in the system. Ensure that the configuration allows for the copying of EAN to GTIN if that is the intended process.
  Update GTIN Manually: If the GTIN is already integrated and you need to update it, consider updating it manually rather than copying from EAN.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue or if it affects multiple materials.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material) to view and edit material master data.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master data.
  Testing in a Sandbox: If possible, replicate the issue in a sandbox environment to test potential solutions without affecting production data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.