Product association
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About product association
The Pepita site has introduced (in certain categories) a merged product page feature to help customers make a smoother choice.
The associated product pages are include products that have been uploaded from different sellers and are identical by GTIN/EAN code. This means that buyers do not have to browse through pages of offers, but can find different offers for the same products on the same page.
The offer at the Add to Cart button is calculated by an algorithm that takes into account not only the price and delivery cost of the product, but also the speed of delivery and the factors listed in section 6.3 of the seller’s GTC.
Additional distributors are listed below the product image and features, so the customer can buy the product from any of these partners.
Below you can read what to do about Product Notification (Match, Missing, Error), the data sheet for linked products and how to unlink a mismatch.
Product notifications menu
The merging of products is done by the system, based on EAN code. In connection with this process, a new menu option has been added to our Admin system, under the Administration menu, Product Notifications. If you need to do something in one of these menus, we will indicate the number of products you have to check. We will also send you an email notification.
GTIN match: here you can see the products for which you have entered the same EAN codes, resulting in duplicates. Each product can be listed once in the system. Please change the wrong EAN code in the product data sheets or in the database on which the feed is based.
GTIN missing: here you can see all your products that do not have an EAN code, but can be matched by category. Please fill in the missing EAN codes on the product data sheets or in the database on which the feed is based.
GTIN error: the EAN code provided does not comply with the formal requirements (see point 5.1), please check and record the correct identifier on the product data sheets or in the database on which the feed is based.
Associated products: here you can see the products that have already been merged. If you see a mismatch, please let us know through the system and our colleagues will review the request!
Products waiting for association: New products are displayed here for 3 days to see what the system would associate your product with. You have the option to accept or reject this, otherwise the system’s recommendation will take effect on day 4. In case of rejection, please give your reasons!
Separation of associated products
From the Admin interface, go to Product Notifications/Associated Products. Here, you can select the product and click on the “Separation request” button in the Operations section to let us know that you think there has been an incorrect link.
Please specify the reasons for the separation request in the pop-up window. If the product has been uploaded with the wrong EAN code, please correct it in the product data sheet or in the database on which the feed is based after the split!
Product pages of the associated products
We differ two types of association:
- The product group already exists
In this case, after the match, the product data sheet of the product with the best commercial data of all will be displayed on the page. All newly uploaded products will then be linked to this data sheet.
- The product group is being created now
In this case, the association is created with one product, this product will be the base for future identical products uploaded by other sellers.
You cannot modify the description and images of the associated product pages, neither in case of manual product upload nor in case of feed data connection. If you need to make changes, corrections or clarifications to the descriptions or images, please contact your dedicated contact person or email [email protected].
Good to know
GTIN
Typically an EAN or ISBN code associated with the product. It is important to enter the correct EAN code to avoid incorrect product linkages.
The initials EAN stand for European Article Number. The EAN code used in commerce usually consists of 13 digits, the number sequence below the barcode. If you do not have an EAN code, you can apply for one from GS1 Magyarország Nonprofit Zrt.. You can check the validity of the EAN code you have received from the manufacturer by clicking here HERE.
Why GTIN/EAN is important now?
Our system and the algorithms of popular search engines work on the basis of these identifiers. It is recommended that, in addition to the appropriate content (informative description and product name, several images and parameters), you record the above identifiers on the product pages or in the database underlying the feed, in order to get the most out of your offers.
Advertisement of associated products
If a product is highlighted where there are offers from more than one seller, the entire product listing will be highlighted, regardless of who has purchased the advertisment. It is advisable to adjust the price for this period so that your offer is listed under the “Add to Cart” button. For more information on highlighting, see our Product Ads (Media Offers) documentation.
If you have any further questions do not hesitate to contact us!
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Pepita Group Team
