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How to fix: Restricted GTIN

Use a GTIN that doesn't start with "2", "02" or "04"

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Why this issue is happening

Some GTIN (Global Trade Item Number) values fall within a restricted range that has been reserved for future use. Values that you submit for the GTIN [gtin] attribute must not fall within this range.

If the product category of your product requires a GTIN as a unique product identifier, then you must submit the correct manufacturer-assigned GTIN for each product. If a GTIN is not required, you may leave the GTIN [gtin] attribute without a value.

For more information about the validation of GTINs, refer to the GTIN Validation Guide.

How to fix the issue

Check your product data for those products (using the ID), and make sure each product uses an accurate GTIN [gtin] that is not in the restricted ranges.

Fix products one by one directly in Merchant Center

Step 1 Go to Products in Merchant Center, then select the Needs attention tab.

Step 2 Use the filter icon above the table to find all products affected by your issue.

Step 3 Click on the title of the product you want to fix, then click Edit product.

Step 4 Review your product data for those products, and make sure you enter a valid GTIN [gtin] attribute that is not in the restricted ranges.

Step 5 Select Save.

Fix multiple products at once

Step 1 Go to Products in Merchant Center, then select the Needs attention tab.

Step 2 Use the filter icon above the table to find all products affected by your issue.

Step 3 Select the Download icon to download a list (.csv) of all affected products for all issues or this particular issue.

Step 4 Cross reference the downloaded list with your uploaded product data, and make sure each product uses an accurate GTIN [gtin] that is not in the restricted ranges.

Step 5 Reupload your corrected product data to Merchant Center using your chosen upload method.


Next steps

After making the requested changes, check that you’ve fixed the issue by making sure it’s no longer listed on the “Needs attention” page.

Keep in mind: It may take some time for your change to be reflected on the “Needs attention” page.

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