How To Fix CRM_MKTPFTPL_DIALOG031 - 'Mandatory attribute' &1 without default values -> def. ind. not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPFTPL_DIALOG - Messages for Online Maintenance of Attribute Sets

• Message number: 031

• Message text: 'Mandatory attribute' &1 without default values -> def. ind. not allowed

What causes this issue?

Default values must be defined for mandatory attributes. Otherwise a
default indicator cannot be set for the attribute set.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPFTPL_DIALOG031 - 'Mandatory attribute' &1 without default values -> def. ind. not allowed ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPFTPL_DIALOG031 typically indicates that a mandatory attribute is missing a default value in a marketing plan or template. This error arises when you are trying to create or modify a marketing plan or template in SAP CRM, and the system requires certain attributes to have default values assigned to them.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Default Values: The mandatory attribute specified in the error message does not have a default value assigned in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the marketing plan or template may not be set up correctly, leading to the requirement of mandatory attributes without default values.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the default values for the mandatory attributes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign Default Values:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the marketing plan or template.
  Identify the mandatory attribute mentioned in the error message.
  Assign a default value to this attribute to ensure that it meets the system's requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and check the settings for marketing plans/templates.
  Ensure that all mandatory attributes are properly configured and have default values assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Data:
  
  Check the data entries for the marketing plan or template to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  If necessary, update the entries to include the missing default values.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the attributes and their required configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CRMD_ORDER or CRMD_ORDERADM_H to access marketing plans or templates.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide updates related to marketing plan configurations.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to marketing plans/templates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create or modify your marketing plan or template in SAP CRM.