How To Fix C1177 - Check the "default value" indicator for value &

C1177 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C1 - Characteristics maintenance messages

• Message number: 177

• Message text: Check the "default value" indicator for value &

What causes this issue?

You have defined value &v1& as the default value, but value &v1& is an
interval value.
To allow interval values to be assigned to a characteristic, you must
select <ZH>Interval vals allowed</> in the characteristic. This
indicator is not set in this characteristic, so the interval value
cannot be the default value for this characteristic.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check whether you want to select <ZH>Interval vals allowed</> or
deselect the default value.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C1177 - Check the "default value" indicator for value & ?

  The SAP error message C1177, which states "Check the 'default value' indicator for value &," typically occurs in the context of configuration settings, particularly when dealing with value assignments in customizing or master data settings. This error indicates that there is an issue with the default value settings for a specific field or parameter.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Default Value: The error often arises when a required default value is not set for a specific field in a configuration table or master data record.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration might be incomplete or incorrectly set up, leading to the system not being able to determine a default value.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing a valid default value.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or set default values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and check the