How To Fix R1652 - Address usage &1 &2 cannot be changed (standard indicator blank)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 652

• Message text: Address usage &1 &2 cannot be changed (standard indicator blank)

What causes this issue?

Changing an address usage by direct input will define another address
usage as the standard. However, the 'Standard usage' field was not
marked in the record you transferred.

System Response

Error message. The change you transferred will not be completed.

How to fix this error?

If you want to create a new standard usage with direct input, first
transfer the new standard usage and mark the 'Standard usage' field.
The system will then delete the previous standard usage.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1652 - Address usage &1 &2 cannot be changed (standard indicator blank) ?

  The SAP error message R1652, which states "Address usage &1 &2 cannot be changed (standard indicator blank)," typically occurs in the context of address management within SAP systems. This error indicates that there is an attempt to change the address usage for a specific address, but the system has identified that the standard indicator for that address is not set, which prevents the change.
  Cause:
  
  Standard Indicator Not Set: The address in question does not have a standard indicator set, which is required for certain operations.
  Address Usage Restrictions: The address usage you are trying to modify is restricted due to the current configuration or status of the address.
  Data Integrity Rules: SAP enforces data integrity rules that prevent changes to certain address usages if they do not meet specific criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Standard Indicator: Verify if the standard indicator for the address is set. If it is not, you may need to set it before making any changes to the address usage.
  Review Address Usage: Ensure that the address usage you are trying to change is valid and that you have the necessary permissions to make such changes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on address management and the implications of changing address usage.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue or if it affects critical business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner) or SU01 (User Maintenance) that may be involved in managing addresses.
  Address Management Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to address management to ensure they align with your business requirements.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to make the changes has the appropriate permissions to modify address data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.