How To Fix WRF_PCM216 - EAN &1 is already assigned to article &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PCM - Price Catalog Inbound

• Message number: 216

• Message text: EAN &1 is already assigned to article &2

If you want to cancel the assignment, you can delete it in the article
master and make a new assignment in PRICAT inbound processing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PCM216 - EAN &1 is already assigned to article &2 ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PCM216 indicates that an EAN (European Article Number) is already assigned to a different article in the system. This typically occurs during the process of assigning or changing EANs for articles in the SAP system, particularly in the context of materials management or retail.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate EAN Assignment: The EAN you are trying to assign is already linked to another article in the database.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in data entry, leading to an attempt to assign an EAN that is already in use.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to prevent duplicate EANs for articles, which is a common practice to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments: 
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM02 (Change Material) to check which article is currently assigned the EAN in question.
  You can also use transaction SE16N to query the relevant database tables (e.g., MARA, MARC) to find the current assignment of the EAN.
  
  
  
  Reassign or Change EAN:
  
  If the EAN is indeed assigned to another article and you need to use it for a different article, you will need to either:
  
  Change the EAN of the existing article to a different one.
  Remove the EAN from the current article if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders: If the EAN is critical for the existing article, consult with relevant stakeholders (e.g., product managers, inventory managers) to determine the best course of action.
  
  
  Use Unique EANs: Ensure that each article has a unique EAN to avoid conflicts in the future. Implement processes to check for existing EANs before assignment.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  EAN: The European Article Number is a standard for barcodes that uniquely identifies products.
  SAP Modules: This error is typically encountered in modules related to Material Management (MM) and Retail (IS-Retail).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for material management, such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  Data Integrity: Maintaining unique identifiers like EANs is crucial for inventory management, sales tracking, and reporting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WRF_PCM216 error and ensure proper EAN assignment in your SAP system.