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Message type: E = Error
Message class: C$ -
Message number: 313
Message text: Enter a user-defined text type
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C$313
- Enter a user-defined text type ?The SAP error message C$313, which states "Enter a user-defined text type," typically occurs in the context of text management within SAP, particularly when dealing with text elements in documents, master data, or other objects that require user-defined text.
Cause:
This error usually arises when:
- A user attempts to enter text in a field that requires a specific text type, but the text type has not been defined or selected.
- The system expects a user-defined text type to be specified, but it is missing or incorrectly configured.
- The configuration settings for text types in the relevant module (like Sales and Distribution, Material Management, etc.) are not set up properly.
Solution:
To resolve the C$313 error, you can take the following steps:
Check Text Type Configuration:
- Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in SPRO).
- Navigate to the section for defining text types (e.g., for Sales Documents, Material Master, etc.).
- Ensure that the required text types are defined and active.
Select a Text Type:
- When entering text, make sure to select a valid user-defined text type from the dropdown or input field.
- If you are unsure which text type to use, consult your SAP documentation or your system administrator.
User Authorizations:
- Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to enter or modify text types in the system.
Check for Customizations:
- If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if there are any specific requirements or configurations that need to be followed.
Consult Documentation:
- Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for guidance on the specific module you are working with.
Contact Support:
- If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
Related Information:
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C$313 error and successfully enter the required user-defined text type in SAP.
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