What is 'Global Trade Item Number' in SAP CRM-MD - Master Data?

Global Trade Item Number - Overview

• Component: CRM-MD

• Component Name: Master Data

• Description: 14-digit number which uniquely identifies a product worldwide. It accommodates the EAN/UCC-8, UCC-12, EAN/UCC-13, and EAN/UCC-14 standard numbering structures established by the EAN International International Article Numbering Association and UCC Uniform Code Council, formerly UPC.

Global Trade Item Number - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) is a unique identifier used to identify products and services in the global marketplace. It is used by SAP CRM-MD Master Data to identify and track products and services across different countries, industries, and organizations. GTINs are assigned to products and services by the Global Trade Identification Number (GTIN) Council, an international organization that sets standards for product identification. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP CRM-MD Master Data, GTINs are used to identify and track products and services across different countries, industries, and organizations. GTINs are assigned to products and services by the Global Trade Identification Number (GTIN) Council. Once a GTIN is assigned to a product or service, it can be used to track the product or service throughout its life cycle. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When assigning GTINs to products or services in SAP CRM-MD Master Data, it is important to ensure that the GTINs are accurate and up-to-date. This will help ensure that the product or service can be tracked accurately throughout its life cycle. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about GTINs and how they are used in SAP CRM-MD Master Data, please visit the Global Trade Identification Number (GTIN) Council website at https://www.gtin.info/.