How To Fix SPROJECT420 - Initial values are not allowed

SPROJECT420 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPROJECT - General Project Management Messages

• Message number: 420

• Message text: Initial values are not allowed

What causes this issue?

You have tried to create a status value, a keyword or a documentation
type, without specifying a name. This is not allowed.

System Response

The action is cancelled

How to fix this error?

Specify a name for the object which you want to create.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPROJECT420 - Initial values are not allowed ?

  The SAP error message SPROJECT420 ("Initial values are not allowed") typically occurs in the context of project management or when working with project-related data in SAP. This error indicates that the system has encountered a situation where initial values (default or empty values) are not permitted for a specific field or parameter.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Requirements: The field in question may be defined as mandatory in the configuration, meaning it cannot be left blank or initialized with default values.
  Data Entry Issues: Users may be trying to create or modify a project without providing all the necessary information, leading to the error.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the project management module may have been configured to disallow initial values for certain fields.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they might enforce stricter validation rules.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Required Fields: Review the fields in the project creation or modification screen to ensure that all