How To Fix WGDS_PROCESS070 - Ean_upc_base is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_PROCESS - Global data synchronisation

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Ean_upc_base is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_PROCESS070 - Ean_upc_base is initial ?

  The SAP error message:
  WGDS_PROCESS070: EAN_UPC_BASE is initial
  typically occurs in the context of SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) or SAP Materials Management (MM) when dealing with material master data, specifically related to EAN/UPC codes (barcodes).
  
  Cause
  
  The field EAN_UPC_BASE (which holds the base EAN/UPC code for a material) is empty (initial) when the system expects it to have a value.
  This usually happens during processes like:
  
  Material master data synchronization or replication.
  Customs or compliance checks in SAP GTS.
  Data transfer or validation steps where the EAN/UPC code is mandatory.
  
  
  The system requires a valid EAN/UPC base code to proceed, but the material master or related data does not have this information maintained.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction MM03 (Display Material).
  Check the EAN/UPC tab or the relevant field where the EAN_UPC_BASE is maintained.
  Ensure that the base EAN/UPC code is entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Maintain EAN/UPC Code:
  
  If missing, maintain the EAN/UPC code in the material master using MM02 (Change Material).
  Enter a valid EAN/UPC code in the appropriate field.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If the error occurs during data transfer (e.g., from SAP ERP to SAP GTS), ensure that the EAN/UPC data is correctly replicated.
  Run the relevant synchronization or replication jobs again after correction.
  
  
  
  Customizing and Validation:
  
  Check if there are any custom validations or enhancements that require EAN_UPC_BASE.
  Adjust or bypass these if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for any OSS Notes related to WGDS_PROCESS070.
  Apply relevant patches or corrections if available.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Field Description:
  
  EAN_UPC_BASE is the base barcode number for a material, used for identification in logistics, sales, and customs processes.
  
  
  Transactions to Check:
  
  MM03/MM02: Material master display/change.
  /SAPSLL/MAT or other GTS material master transactions.
  Data replication tools like CIF or GTS integration tools.
  
  
  
  SAP Modules Involved:
  
  SAP MM (Materials Management)
  SAP GTS (Global Trade Services)
  SAP Logistics and Sales
  
  
  
  Common Scenario:
  
  When exporting or importing materials, customs processes require valid barcodes.
  Missing EAN codes cause the process to fail with this error.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction, process step), I can help tailor the solution further.