How To Fix FSH_MAIN314 - Char. val. conv. only allowed for characteristics of datatype "Character"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_MAIN - Message Class for Article Master Data

• Message number: 314

• Message text: Char. val. conv. only allowed for characteristics of datatype "Character"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_MAIN314 - Char. val. conv. only allowed for characteristics of datatype "Character" ?

  The SAP error message FSH_MAIN314 indicates that there is an issue with the data type of a characteristic in the context of a characteristic value conversion. Specifically, the error states that character value conversion is only allowed for characteristics of datatype "Character." This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Flexible Search or when working with characteristics in the SAP system, particularly in the areas of SAP Master Data or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO).
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to perform a character value conversion on a characteristic that is not of the "Character" data type. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The characteristic you are trying to convert is of a different data type (e.g., Numeric, Date, etc.) rather than Character.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the characteristic settings in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entries or attempts to convert values that are not compatible with the expected data type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Data Type:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., transaction code CT04 for characteristics).
  Verify the data type of the characteristic you are working with. Ensure that it is set to "Character" if you intend to perform character value conversion.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Conversion Logic:
  
  If the characteristic is not of the "Character" type, you will need to adjust your logic to handle the data appropriately based on its actual data type.
  If you are using a program or a report that performs conversions, ensure that it checks the data type before attempting any conversion.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are working with a custom development or a specific configuration, review the settings to ensure that they align with the expected data types and conversion logic.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on the specific characteristics and their data types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CT04 (for characteristics) and CT03 (for displaying characteristics).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Data Dictionary: Review the data dictionary (SE11) to understand the structure and data types of the characteristics you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.