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Product Listing Problems Explained – Why Your Listings Get Suppressed or Rejected

Product Listing Problems Explained – Why Your Listings Get Suppressed or Rejected (and How to Fix Them)

Product Listing Problems Explained – Why Your Listings Get Suppressed or Rejected (and How to Fix Them)

You’ve done the hard work of setting up your seller account, uploading your products, and waiting for sales to roll in… only to find your listing has been suppressed, rejected, or not visible at all. 

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Sellers across Amazon, Walmart, eBay, Temu, and Etsy face these issues daily. The good news? Most listing problems can be fixed with the right approach. 

In this blog, we’ll explain why product listings get suppressed, the most common mistakes sellers make, and how to fix them quickly. 

Amazon Product Listing Suppression

Common Issues: 

  • Missing required attributes (bullet points, images, or descriptions). 
  • Images not meeting Amazon’s standards (white background, size, no watermarks). 
  • Using restricted or misleading keywords. 
  • Price violations (too high or much lower than average).

     

Fixes: 

  • Check your Manage Inventory → Suppressed Listings tab in Seller Central. 
  • Follow Amazon’s style guide for your category. 
  • Always upload at least 1 main image + 4–6 supporting images. 
  • Use backend keywords correctly—avoid keyword stuffing.

     

💡 Pro Tip: If listing errors keep blocking you, Amazon store setup services can help optimize and publish your listings correctly from the start. 

 Walmart Listing Errors

Common Issues: 

  • Missing GTIN/UPC codes. 
  • Titles not following Walmart’s 75-character limit. 
  • Using all caps or promotional text in product titles. 
  • Duplicate listings from other sellers. 

Fixes: 

  • Use GS1-registered UPCs for accuracy. 
  • Keep titles clean: “Brand + Item + Key Feature + Size/Quantity.” 
  • Avoid words like “BEST” or “SALE.” 
  • If duplicate listing, request a merge via Walmart support.

    💡 Pro Tip: Partnering with Walmart account management experts ensures listings follow Walmart’s strict guidelines and go live faster. 

 eBay Listing Rejections

Common Issues: 

  • Violating eBay’s prohibited items policy. 
  • Duplicate listings of the same product. 
  • Incorrect item specifics (wrong category, missing attributes). 
  • Using copyrighted images or descriptions. 

Fixes: 

  • Always check eBay’s Prohibited & Restricted Items list. 
  • Use unique product descriptions and original photos. 
  • Fill out all item specifics for better search visibility.

💡 Pro Tip: eBay account management services can help you stay compliant while optimizing listings for better search rankings. 

Temu Listing Problems

Common Issues: 

  • Low-quality images or missing lifestyle photos. 
  • Incorrect product categories. 
  • Non-compliance with Temu’s quality standards. 
  • Slow response to product audits (Temu reviews listings manually). 

Fixes: 

  • Upload high-resolution lifestyle and white-background images. 
  • Double-check product category before submitting. 
  • Respond quickly to any feedback from Temu’s product review team.

💡 Pro Tip: With Temu account management services, you’ll get expert help navigating Temu’s tough listing approvals. 

Etsy Listing Rejections

Common Issues: 

  • Selling items that aren’t handmade, vintage, or craft supplies. 
  • Incomplete product descriptions. 
  • Using stock photos instead of real product images. 
  • Keyword stuffing in tags or titles. 

Fixes: 

  • Only sell eligible products (handmade, vintage, or craft). 
  • Add detailed descriptions with materials, size, and customization options. 
  • Use your own authentic product photography. 
  • Focus on long-tail keywords (e.g., “handmade silver wedding ring” instead of just “ring”).

💡 Pro Tip: Etsy account management services can help optimize product titles, tags, and photos for maximum visibility while keeping you compliant. 

 Key Takeaways 

  • Amazon: Suppression usually comes from missing attributes or image violations. 
  • Walmart: Listing errors often involve GTIN/UPC issues or non-compliant titles. 
  • eBay: Be careful with duplicate listings and prohibited items. 
  • Temu: Listings require high-quality media and accurate categories. 
  • Etsy: Only handmade/vintage items qualify—authenticity is key.

By fixing these issues early, you’ll keep your products live and visible—where they belong. 

 What’s Next? 

In the next blog of this series, we’ll cover: 
Blog #3: The Hidden Challenges of Category Approval and Gated Products on Amazon and Walmart.

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