How To Fix CH314 - The default value for "&" cannot be longer than "&"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CH - CAD/PP integration messages

• Message number: 314

• Message text: The default value for "&" cannot be longer than "&"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CH314 - The default value for "&" cannot be longer than "&" ?

  The SAP error message CH314 indicates that a default value for a certain field exceeds the maximum allowed length. This error typically occurs in the context of customizing or configuring certain settings in SAP, such as in the configuration of a characteristic in a variant configuration scenario.
  Cause:
  The error message CH314 is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to set a default value for a characteristic that is longer than the defined length for that characteristic.
  The characteristic has a defined maximum length, and the value you are trying to assign exceeds this limit.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic Maintenance) and check the definition of the characteristic in question.
  Verify the maximum length defined for the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Adjust Default Value:
  
  If the default value you are trying to set is longer than the maximum length, you will need to shorten the default value to fit within the allowed length.
  Update the default value in the relevant configuration or master data settings.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific configuration process, review the configuration settings to ensure that all values comply with the defined lengths.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the configuration again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CT04: Characteristic Maintenance
  CU01: Create Configuration Profile
  CU02: Change Configuration Profile
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on characteristics and their configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CH314 error and ensure that your default values are correctly set within the allowed limits.