How To Fix 01871 - Variant &1 does not contain any valid critical authorizations

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 01 -

• Message number: 871

• Message text: Variant &1 does not contain any valid critical authorizations

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 01871 - Variant &1 does not contain any valid critical authorizations ?

  The SAP error message "01871 Variant &1 does not contain any valid critical authorizations" typically occurs in the context of authorization checks, particularly when using variants in transaction codes that require specific authorizations. This error indicates that the variant specified does not have the necessary critical authorizations assigned to it.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The variant you are trying to use does not have the required critical authorizations assigned to it. This can happen if the variant was created without the necessary authorizations or if the authorizations have been changed or removed.
  Authorization Object Configuration: The authorization objects associated with the variant may not be properly configured or may not include the necessary fields for the critical authorizations.
  User Role Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the variant.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction where the variant is used (e.g., SE38 for ABAP