Feed Errors: What They Mean and How to Fix Them
Every Feed Has Errors — Here's How to Fix Them
If you've ever uploaded a product feed to Google Merchant Center, Meta Commerce Manager, or TikTok Seller Center, you've seen errors. They range from minor warnings (missing optional fields) to critical rejections (products completely blocked from advertising).
Understanding what these errors mean and how to fix them efficiently is the difference between a feed that drives revenue and one that wastes your time.
Critical Errors (Products Blocked)
Missing or Invalid GTIN
What it means: GTIN (Global Trade Item Number) is the barcode number on your product. Google increasingly requires it for product matching and verification.
Impact: Products without GTINs get significantly reduced reach. Products with wrong GTINs get disapproved.
How to fix:
- If you have GTINs, ensure they're correctly formatted (8, 12, 13, or 14 digits)
- If you manufacture custom products, set \
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