Article Master Data
Correctly stored article master data is crucial for error-free transmission of business documents.GTIN (Global Trade Item Number)/EAN
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Store GTIN for each article
A GTIN/EAN must be stored for each article that is traded with trading partners.
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Enter GTIN in the system
Enter the GTIN/EAN in the appropriate field on the article card..jpg?fit=max&auto=format&n=WEWxE_97bveYqyyM&q=85&s=ed5d2d435542628617eba64e66f34610)
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Ensure compatibility
Make sure the GTIN/EAN is known to all connected trading partners.
Internal and External Article Identifiers
If additional article identifiers are used:1
Identify relevant identifiers
Determine which internal and external article identifiers are relevant for your trading partners.
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Enter identifiers
Enter these identifiers in the appropriate fields of the article card.
Unit and Tax Class
When Procuros creates an order in Xentral, the unit and the tax class of each line come from the article master data, not from the order message. Make sure both are correctly maintained on the article card. A line shows the unit of the article itself, typically “Stk”.Disabled Articles
An order line that points at a disabled article is rejected right away with an error that names the article identifier. To resolve it, re-enable the article in Xentral or correct the article mapping.Master Data Checklist
Use this checklist to ensure that all necessary master data is correctly stored:Article Master Data Checklist
Article Master Data Checklist
- GTIN/EAN stored for each article relevant for trade
- Format of GTIN/EAN correct (no spaces, only numeric characters)
- Additional article identifiers stored as needed
- Unit and tax class maintained on the article
- Articles that are traded with trading partners are enabled
The correct setup of your master data forms the foundation for successful integration with Procuros and your trading partners.