Validation failed: The variant 'Default Title' already exists

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Hi

I hope you can help me with the below. I’m getting the error “Validation failed: The variant ‘Default Title’ already exists.” for all the lines.

I’m using unique handle and one title for each handle and its still giving me this error.

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Hey @helmeclothing

I can definitely help you with this.

The error message “Validation failed: The variant ‘Default Title’ already exists.” usually means that you’re trying to create a product with multiple variants, but you haven’t specified the unique options for each one. Shopify’s system automatically assigns a “Default Title” to any variant that doesn’t have an option listed, which is why it flags the error.

Looking at your spreadsheet, it appears you are trying to create multiple variants for each product, but the rows for the individual variants (rows 2-8 for the “Helme-Signature-Hoodie-Black”, for example) don’t have a specific title listed in the Title column.

To fix this, you need to add a unique variant option for each row. Here’s a quick guide on what to do:

How to Fix the Error

  1. Add a new column, for example, Option1 Name, and fill it with something like “Color” or “Size.”

  2. Add a second new column, Option1 Value. In this column, you will specify the unique value for each variant.

  3. For each line, fill in the Option1 Value with the correct variant information (e.g., “Black,” “Grey,” “Coffee,” etc.).

Here’s an example of what your updated spreadsheet should look like:

Handle Title Option1 Name Option1 Value
Helme-Signature-Hoodie-Black Helme Signature Hoodie Black Color Black
Helme-Signature-Hoodie-Black Color Black
Helme-Signature-Hoodie-Black Color Black
Helme-Signature-Hoodie-Black Color Black
Helme-Signature-Hoodie-Black Color Black
Helme-Signature-Hoodie-Black Color Black
Helme-Signature-Hoodie-Grey Helme Signature Hoodie Grey Color Grey
Helme-Signature-Hoodie-Grey Color Grey

By providing a unique Option1 Value for each row, you are telling Shopify exactly which variant you want to create, which will resolve the “Default Title” error. This is a common issue when first using CSVs for bulk uploads, and a simple change in the file structure will solve the problem.

Give that a try and let me know if it works for you!

Regards,
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Hi @helmeclothing

If you don’t mind, please attach your CSV file here so I can check.

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Hi @helmeclothing

  • If the product has only one variant (no size/color etc.):
  • Make sure your CSV includes Option1 Name = Title and Option1 Value = Default Title.
  • Only include one row per handle. Don’t repeat the product row.Example:
Handle,Title,Option1 Name,Option1 Value,Variant SKU,Variant Price
my-shirt,My Shirt,Title,Default Title,SKU001,29.99
  • If the product has multiple variants (size, color, etc.):
  • Replace “Default Title” with actual option names.
  • Example:
Handle,Title,Option1 Name,Option1 Value,Variant SKU,Variant Price
my-shirt,My Shirt,Size,Small,SKU001,29.99
my-shirt,My Shirt,Size,Medium,SKU002,32.99
my-shirt,My Shirt,Size,Large,SKU003,34.99
  • Check for accidental duplicates:
  • Make sure you don’t have two rows with the same handle + same option values.
  • Even extra spaces (e.g., "Default Title " vs "Default Title") can cause the error.