How To Fix WE241 - Check digit for EAN & is correct

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WE - Messages for EAN Customizing and for EAN management in MM_BD

• Message number: 241

• Message text: Check digit for EAN & is correct

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WE241 - Check digit for EAN & is correct ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message WE241 - Check digit for EAN & is correct:
  
  SAP Error Message: WE241
  Text: Check digit for EAN & is correct
  
  1. Cause of the Error
  
  The error WE241 occurs during the processing of EAN (European Article Number) or GTIN (Global Trade Item Number) codes in IDocs or master data.
  The system performs a validation check on the EAN number, specifically verifying the check digit (the last digit of the EAN code).
  The check digit is calculated using a standard algorithm (modulus 10) to ensure the EAN number is valid and not mistyped.
  If the check digit in the EAN number does not match the calculated check digit, the system raises this error.
  This usually happens during:
  
  Material master data upload or update.
  IDoc inbound processing (e.g., MATMAS, ORDERS).
  EAN/GTIN validation in sales or purchasing documents.
  
  
  
  
  2. Solution
  
  
  Verify the EAN Number:
  
  Check the EAN number in the source data or IDoc segment. Ensure the EAN number is correctly entered and complete (usually 8, 12, 13, or 14 digits depending on the EAN type).
  
  
  Recalculate the Check Digit:
  
  Use an EAN check digit calculator (many online tools are available) or manually calculate the check digit to confirm if the last digit is correct.
  
  
  Correct the EAN Number:
  
  If the check digit is wrong, correct the EAN number in the source system or the IDoc data before reprocessing.
  
  
  Disable Check Digit Validation (Not Recommended):
  
  In some cases, if the check digit validation is not required, it can be disabled via configuration or user exit, but this is generally not recommended as it may lead to incorrect data.
  
  
  Check for Leading Zeros:
  
  Sometimes leading zeros are omitted or added incorrectly, causing the check digit to fail. Ensure the EAN number has the correct length and format.
  
  
  
  3. Related Information
  
  
  Where is the Check Digit Validation Performed?
  
  The validation is typically done in function modules like NUMBER_CHECK_EAN or during IDoc inbound processing in segments like E1MARAM (Material master EAN data).
  
  
  Common IDocs Involved:  
  
  MATMAS (Material Master)
  ORDERS (Purchase Orders)
  DESADV (Delivery Advice)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:  
  
  SAP Note 0000000 (example) may provide details on EAN validation.
  SAP Help Portal on EAN/GTIN handling in SAP.
  
  
  
  Check Digit Calculation Algorithm:
  
  The check digit is calculated using the standard EAN algorithm:
  
  Sum all digits in odd positions (from right, excluding the check digit).
  Sum all digits in even positions and multiply by 3.
  Add the two sums.
  The check digit is the number that must be added to this total to reach the next multiple of 10.
  
  
  
  
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  Error
  WE241 - Check digit for EAN & is correct
  
  
  Cause
  EAN check digit does not match calculated value
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and correct EAN number/check digit in source data or IDoc
  
  
  Related
  IDocs MATMAS, ORDERS; function modules for EAN validation
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact EAN number or the context (e.g., IDoc segment), I can help you verify the check digit or suggest further steps.