How To Fix PT039 - This value cannot be applied as a default

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PT - Messages for ABAP print functions

• Message number: 039

• Message text: This value cannot be applied as a default

What causes this issue?

The "Print from page... to page" option is only useful if you are sure
that the print output contains the corresponding number of pages. Using
this option as a default would lead to unexpected results if the output
of the report changed.
Only the following are suitable for transfer as user defaults:
- SAP output device
- Number of copies, time of printing
- The values of the screen "SAP-Spool Attributes"

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PT039 - This value cannot be applied as a default ?

  The SAP error message PT039, which states "This value cannot be applied as a default," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or time management when there is an issue with default values in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to set default values for infotypes or when entering data that does not meet the system's requirements.
  Causes of PT039 Error
  
  Invalid Default Value: The value you are trying to set as a default may not be valid for the specific field or infotype.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict certain values from being set as defaults.
  Data Inconsistencies: The data being entered may not align with the expected format or type for the field.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to set certain default values.
  
  Solutions to PT039 Error
  
  
  Check Validity of Default Values:
  
  Ensure that the value you are trying to set as a default is valid for the field. Refer to the documentation or configuration settings for the specific infotype.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration in the SAP system for the relevant infotype. Ensure that the settings allow for the value you are trying to set as a default.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Validation:
  
  Verify that the data being entered meets the required format and constraints. For example, if a date is expected, ensure that the date is in the correct format.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to set default values. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to review and adjust the user's permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing in a Sandbox Environment:
  
  If possible, replicate the issue in a sandbox environment to test different scenarios and configurations without affecting the production system.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Infotypes: Understand the specific infotype you are working with, as each infotype has its own set of fields and rules.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on infotypes and their configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR or time management modules for further assistance.