Which configuration prevents users from entering an invalid combination of paint colors and finishes?

Creating picklists sourced from a data view is a highly effective way to prevent users from entering invalid combinations of paint colors and finishes. This approach ensures that the options presented to users are controlled and validated against the underlying data model, which can be designed to reflect only valid combinations.

When picklists are generated from a data view, they can be populated with specific entries that are logically related. For example, if certain colors can only be paired with specific finishes, the data view can be structured to only show those combinations when a user makes a selection. This removes the possibility of users inadvertently selecting options that do not work together, thus maintaining data integrity and enhancing the user experience.

Using default values for colors and finishes may not adequately guide the user in making a valid choice, as it could lead them to ignore the selections they need to make. Removing fields from the form eliminates the user's ability to input any information, which doesn't solve the problem; instead, it restricts functionality. Setting no restrictions on user input would also allow for completely invalid combinations, which can lead to further complications in processing or delivering the correct paint products. Therefore, sourcing picklists from a data view is clearly the most robust and effective method for preventing invalid entries.