Google Merchant Center Errors

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I sell handmade jewelry. I am getting the following errors:

Bar Code (GTIN…) I don’t have one.

Google: Custom Product = ?

MPN = ?

I tried following EmmanuelFlossie Video, but the video shows going to products and then feeds. There are no feeds under the products.

What data goes in each field?

Is there any easy way to do a bulk update?

When I do click on products the is a tab “needs attention” it is says I am missing. Do these need to be filled out?

age group

color value

gender

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Hi @KateLane

Here’s what you need to do:

1- Bar Code (GTIN):
Since you don’t have a barcode (GTIN), set “Custom Product” to “True” to let Google know your items are unique.

2- MPN (Manufacturer Part Number):
You can leave MPN blank or create a unique identifier (e.g., your own code). For custom products, MPN isn’t required.

3- Missing Fields (Age Group, Color, Gender):
Yes, these fields need to be filled out for Google Shopping to approve your products:

  • Age Group: Select one like “Adult” or “All Ages.”
  • Color: Specify the color of each product.
  • Gender: Indicate “Unisex,” “Female,” or “Male.”

4- Bulk Update Method:
Use Shopify’s bulk editor or CSV export/import to update multiple products at once for fields like age group, color, and gender.

5- Feeds Tab Missing Issue:
If “Feeds” is not visible under products, it may mean you’re not using an app like Google Channel on Shopify. Install the Google Channel app from the Shopify App Store to manage Google product feeds.

If you have other questions, please feel free to ask, and I will get back to you soon.

Best regards,
Daisy