How To Fix C$314 - Phrase &1 in characteristic &2 is from passive library

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C$ -

• Message number: 314

• Message text: Phrase &1 in characteristic &2 is from passive library

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C$314 - Phrase &1 in characteristic &2 is from passive library ?

  The SAP error message C$314, which states "Phrase &1 in characteristic &2 is from passive library," typically occurs in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) or when dealing with characteristics and phrases in the SAP system. This error indicates that the phrase being referenced is not active or is part of a passive library, meaning it cannot be used in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Passive Library: The phrase you are trying to use is stored in a passive library, which means it is not currently active or available for use in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may be incorrectly configured to reference a phrase that is not active.
  Transport Issues: If the phrase was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated properly in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Phrase: 
  
  Go to the transaction code CUNI (for maintaining characteristics and phrases).
  Check if the phrase is in a passive state. If so, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Characteristic Settings:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic is correctly set up to reference the active phrase.
  Review the configuration of the characteristic to ensure it points to the correct active phrase.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the phrase was transported, ensure that all necessary transports have been completed and that the phrase is active in the target system.
  You may need to re-transport or activate the phrase in the target system.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check SAP documentation or notes related to this error for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CUNI: Used for maintaining characteristics and phrases.
  CU50: Used for configuring variant configuration models.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  SAP Community: Consider checking the SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C$314 error and ensure that the phrases and characteristics are correctly configured and active in your SAP system.