How to use W4EQ - Maintain EAN Prefixes

SAP Transaction Code - Details

• Transaction Code: W4EQ

  Description: Maintain EAN Prefixes

  Release: S/4HANA and ECC 6

• • Program:

    Screen: 0

    Authorization Object:

  • Development Package: MG

    Package Description: Application development R/3 material master prior to 3.0

    Parent Package: APPL

  • Module/Component: LO-MD-MM

    Description: Material Master

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• SAP Tcode: W4EQ - Maintain EAN Prefixes

  
  Overview:
  The SAP transaction code W4EQ is used to maintain European Article Number (EAN) prefixes. This code is used to assign a unique EAN prefix to each company, which is then used to identify products in the European market. 
  
  Functionality: 
  The W4EQ transaction code allows companies to assign and maintain their own EAN prefixes. This code also allows companies to view and edit existing EAN prefixes, as well as create new ones. Additionally, the W4EQ transaction code can be used to delete existing EAN prefixes. 
  
  Step-by-step How to Use: 
  1. Enter the W4EQ transaction code into the SAP system. 
  2. Select the “Create” option to create a new EAN prefix. 
  3. Enter the desired EAN prefix into the “Prefix” field. 
  4. Select the “Save” option to save the new EAN prefix. 
  5. To view or edit an existing EAN prefix, select the “Display” option and enter the desired EAN prefix into the “Prefix” field. 
  6. To delete an existing EAN prefix, select the “Delete” option and enter the desired EAN prefix into the “Prefix” field. 
  7. Select the “Save” option to save any changes made to an existing EAN prefix or delete an existing one. 
  
  Other Recommendations: 
  It is important to note that only authorized personnel should be allowed to use this transaction code, as it can have a significant impact on a company’s ability to identify products in the European market. Additionally, it is recommended that companies regularly review their assigned EAN prefixes in order to ensure accuracy and compliance with European regulations.