How To Fix C1214 - Characteristic & is not used for standard value determination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C1 - Characteristics maintenance messages

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Characteristic & is not used for standard value determination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C1214 - Characteristic & is not used for standard value determination ?

  The SAP error message C1214 indicates that a specific characteristic is not being utilized for standard value determination in the context of variant configuration or product costing. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a configuration profile, and the system cannot find the specified characteristic in the relevant context.
  Cause:
  
  Characteristic Not Assigned: The characteristic in question may not be assigned to the relevant configuration profile or class.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may not be set up correctly, leading to the characteristic not being recognized for standard value determination.
  Missing Dependencies: There may be dependencies or constraints that are not properly defined, causing the characteristic to be ignored.
  Inactive Characteristic: The characteristic might be inactive or not marked for use in the relevant context.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Assignment:
  
  Go to the configuration profile or class where the characteristic should be assigned.
  Ensure that the characteristic is included in the relevant configuration profile.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Verify that the configuration settings are correctly defined and that the characteristic is marked for standard value determination.
  Check if the characteristic is set as a key characteristic if required.
  
  
  
  Define Dependencies:
  
  If there are dependencies related to the characteristic, ensure they are correctly defined and activated.
  Use the transaction code CU01 (Create Dependency) to create or modify dependencies as needed.
  
  
  
  Activate Characteristic:
  
  If the characteristic is inactive, activate it using transaction code CT04 (Change Characteristic).
  Ensure that the characteristic is set to be used in the relevant context.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code CU50 (Configuration Simulation) to simulate the configuration and check for any errors or warnings related to the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on standard value determination and characteristics.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Change Characteristic
  CU01: Create Dependency
  CU50: Configuration Simulation
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Variant Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the principles of variant configuration in SAP, as this error is often encountered in that context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C1214 error and ensure that the characteristic is properly utilized for standard value determination.