How To Fix WRF_APC097 - Category of global trade item number is missing for unit of measure &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_APC - Messages for Operational Assortment Planning and Control

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Category of global trade item number is missing for unit of measure &1

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  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_APC097 - Category of global trade item number is missing for unit of measure &1
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the system expects a Category of Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) to be assigned for a specific Unit of Measure (UoM), but it is missing in the material master or related configuration.
  In SAP, GTINs (such as EAN/UPC codes) are used to uniquely identify trade items. Each unit of measure (e.g., EA - Each, BOX - Box, PK - Pack) can have its own GTIN category. If the system tries to process or validate a GTIN for a particular UoM and the category is not maintained, this error is triggered.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During material master data maintenance or validation.
  When creating or processing sales/purchase documents involving GTINs.
  During integration with Global Trade services or barcode scanning processes.
  When using Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or other SCM components that require GTIN categorization.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain the Category of Global Trade Item Number for the Unit of Measure:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction MM02).
  Navigate to the Additional Data tab or the relevant GTIN/Barcode tab depending on your SAP version.
  For each unit of measure used in your business process, assign the appropriate Category of Global Trade Item Number.
  
  Alternatively, this can be maintained in:
  
  Logistics > General > Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) settings.
  Or via customizing in SPRO under:
  Logistics - General > Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) > Define Categories of Global Trade Item Numbers
  
  
  
  Check the Unit of Measure:
  
  Verify that the unit of measure triggering the error is correctly defined and linked to a GTIN category.
  If the UoM is custom or non-standard, ensure it is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Update or Correct Master Data:
  
  If the GTIN category is missing due to incomplete master data, update the material master or related configuration tables.
  
  
  
  Check Integration Settings:
  
  If using external systems or barcode scanners, ensure that the GTIN categories and UoM mappings are consistent.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  GTIN Categories define the type of GTIN, e.g., consumer unit, logistic unit, etc.
  Proper GTIN and UoM mapping is essential for compliance with global trade standards.
  This error is common in industries with strict barcode and packaging requirements (e.g., retail, pharmaceuticals).
  SAP Note or documentation related to GTIN and UoM mapping may provide additional guidance.
  Transaction codes related to GTIN maintenance: MM02, MM01, and customizing via SPRO.
  
  
  If you need the exact customizing path or further assistance with your SAP version, please provide the system details or SAP module context.