How To Fix WXP314 - Characteristic &1 is not in the key for text table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 314

• Message text: Characteristic &1 is not in the key for text table &2

What causes this issue?

The program attempted to read descriptions for characteristic &V1& from
text table &V2&. This was not possible as field "&V1&" does not exist
in the table.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_VERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Enhance the key for table &V2& by field "&V1&". To do this, you require
data element "KPP_VALUE".

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP314 - Characteristic &1 is not in the key for text table &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WXP314 Characteristic &1 is not in the key for text table &2
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message occurs when you try to maintain or use a characteristic in a text table that is not part of the primary key of that text table.
  
  In SAP, text tables are used to store descriptions or texts for characteristics.
  Each text table has a primary key that usually includes the characteristic itself and possibly other fields.
  If you try to assign or reference a characteristic that is not included in the key fields of the text table, the system raises this warning.
  This is because the system cannot uniquely identify the text entries without the characteristic being part of the key.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When creating or maintaining characteristics and their texts.
  When defining or modifying text tables for characteristics.
  During data load or data maintenance in classification or variant configuration.
  When the characteristic is used in a context where the text table key is checked.
  
  
  Solution / How to fix:
  
  
  Check the Text Table Definition:
  
  Go to the text table &2 (the table name given in the message).
  Verify the primary key fields of this table.
  Ensure that the characteristic &1 is included in the key fields of this text table.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Text Table Key:
  
  If the characteristic &1 is missing from the key, you need to add it to the key fields of the text table.
  This usually requires modifying the table definition in the ABAP Dictionary (SE11).
  Be cautious: changing table keys can have wide impacts and should be done with proper authorization and testing.
  
  
  
  Check Characteristic and Text Table Assignment:
  
  In transaction CT04 (Change Characteristic), check the text table assigned to the characteristic.
  Make sure the characteristic is correctly linked and the text table is appropriate.
  
  
  
  Consult Development or Basis Team:
  
  If you do not have authorization or knowledge to change table definitions, consult your SAP development or Basis team.
  They can help adjust the table or provide a workaround.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  
  Text Tables in SAP:
  
  Text tables are used to store language-dependent descriptions for master data or characteristics. They usually have a composite key including the object ID and language key.
  
  
  Characteristics in Classification:
  
  Characteristics are used in classification and variant configuration. Their texts help users understand the meaning of characteristic values.
  
  
  Impact of Incorrect Keys:
  
  If the characteristic is not part of the key, the system cannot uniquely identify the text record, leading to inconsistencies or inability to display correct texts.
  
  
  Related Transactions:  
  
  SE11: ABAP Dictionary (to check/modify table definitions)  
  CT04: Change Characteristic  
  CL02: Change Class (if related to classification)  
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Message
  WXP314 Characteristic &1 is not in the key for text table &2
  
  
  Cause
  Characteristic &1 is missing from the primary key of text table &2
  
  
  Solution
  Add the characteristic to the key fields of the text table or correct the assignment
  
  
  Impact
  System cannot uniquely identify text entries for the characteristic
  
  
  Tools
  SE11, CT04, CL02
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the actual characteristic name and text table name, I can help you with more specific instructions.