How To Fix OL585 - Attribute not possible as default

OL585 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OL - Workflow object types: Run-time system

• Message number: 585

• Message text: Attribute not possible as default

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OL585 - Attribute not possible as default ?

  The SAP error message OL585 ("Attribute not possible as default") typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics and attributes in the classification of materials or objects. This error indicates that the system is unable to set a default value for a specific characteristic or attribute due to certain constraints or configurations.
  Causes of OL585 Error
  
  
  Characteristic Configuration: The characteristic may not be configured to allow a default value. This can happen if the characteristic is set as "mandatory" or if it has specific dependencies that prevent it from being assigned a default.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the characteristic or the class it belongs to. For example, if the characteristic is not properly assigned to the class or if there are conflicting values.
  
  
  Value Assignment: The characteristic might not have any valid values assigned to it, or the values assigned do