How To Fix 42035 - This attribute value cannot be selected as the standard value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 035

• Message text: This attribute value cannot be selected as the standard value

What causes this issue?

The attribute value designated as the default value is empty and
therefore cannot be saved. The value you want to use already matches the
default setting in the system.

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

Examples of attributes for which this behavior can be observed are:
"Usage type":
If this attribute has no value, it means that the selected structure is
a substructure. A default value can be set only if you want to create
book structures.
"Never Translate Object":
If this attribute has no value, it means that this object is excluded
from translation. The object appears with the relevant status in the
translation mode in SAP GUI. This matches the default value in the
system. A default value can only be specified if this object is never to
be translated.

System Response

How to fix this error?

If a default value has already been set area-wide for such an attribute,
and if a different value is required for a specific class, proceed as
follows:
Delete the area-wide default value by choosing "Delete by Area" from the
context area.
Set the default value specifically for the class.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42035 - This attribute value cannot be selected as the standard value ?

  The SAP error message 42035, which states "This attribute value cannot be selected as the standard value," typically occurs in the context of variant configuration or when dealing with characteristics and their values in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to set a specific attribute value as the standard value for a configurable material or product.
  Causes:
  
  Incompatible Attribute Value: The attribute value you are trying to set as the standard may not be compatible with the configuration settings or the dependencies defined for the material.
  Missing Dependencies: There may be dependencies that restrict the selection of certain values as standard values.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the material may not allow for the selected attribute value to be set as standard due to the way the characteristics are defined.
  Value Restrictions: The attribute value may be restricted by the configuration profile or may not be allowed to be set as a standard value based on the configuration logic.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the dependencies associated with the configurable material. Ensure that the attribute value you are trying to set as standard does not violate any of these dependencies.
  Review Characteristic Settings: Go to the characteristics settings in the configuration profile and verify if the attribute value is allowed to be set as a standard value.
  Adjust Configuration Profile: If necessary, modify the configuration profile to allow the desired attribute value to be set as standard.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on setting standard values for attributes in variant configuration.
  Test with Different Values: Try selecting a different attribute value that is known to be compatible with the configuration settings to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CU01 (Create Configuration Profile), CU02 (Change Configuration Profile), or CU03 (Display Configuration Profile) to manage configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.