How To Fix R1480 - Address is standard address; restriction to validity not allowed

R1480 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 480

• Message text: Address is standard address; restriction to validity not allowed

What causes this issue?

The address in question is also used as a
standard address within its validity
period. Changing the validity period would lead to gaps for the
usage 'standard address'.

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?

First create the alternative address(es) or extend their validity
correspondingly under <LS>address usages</>.
Then you can change the validity of the address in question.

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 R1480 - Address is standard address; restriction to validity not allowed ?

  The SAP error message R1480, which states "Address is standard address; restriction to validity not allowed," typically occurs when you are trying to restrict the validity of a standard address in the SAP system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when managing customer or vendor master data.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises because standard addresses in SAP are predefined and cannot be modified or restricted in terms of their validity. Standard addresses are often used for specific purposes, such as legal entities or central addresses, and the system does not allow changes that would affect their standardization.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Address Type: Verify if the address you are trying to modify is indeed a standard address. If it is, you will not be able to restrict its validity.
  
  
  Use Custom Address: If you need to have an address with specific validity restrictions, create a custom address instead of