How To Fix OIURVOW647 - Configuration points to an inactive option

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIURVOW - Revenue: Ownership and Transfer

• Message number: 647

• Message text: Configuration points to an inactive option

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIURVOW647 - Configuration points to an inactive option ?

  The SAP error message OIURVOW647, which states "Configuration points to an inactive option," typically occurs in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC). This error indicates that the configuration you are trying to use references an option (or characteristic value) that is not currently active or available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Configuration Option: The specific configuration option you are trying to use has been marked as inactive in the system. This could be due to changes in the product structure or configuration settings.
  Missing Dependencies: The configuration might depend on other characteristics or options that are not active or have been removed.
  Incorrect Configuration Profile: The configuration profile being used may not be set up correctly, leading to references to inactive options.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration profile for the material in question and verify that all options and characteristics are active.
  Ensure that the configuration profile is correctly set up and that all dependencies are satisfied.
  
  
  
  Activate Inactive Options:
  
  If you find that certain options are inactive but should be active, you can activate them in the configuration settings.
  This may involve going to the relevant transaction (like CU01 for creating characteristics or CU02 for changing them) and ensuring that the options are set to active.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Check if there are any dependencies that might be causing the option to be inactive. This can be done by reviewing the dependency logic in the configuration profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation or change logs related to the product configuration to understand why certain options may have been deactivated.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CU01 (Create Characteristics), CU02 (Change Characteristics), CU03 (Display Characteristics), and CU50 (Configuration Profile).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to configuration settings.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the changes, consult with colleagues or a functional consultant who specializes in Variant Configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the OIURVOW647 error and implement a solution to resolve it.