How To Fix 0K522 - Program (IS_VARIANT-REPORT) not specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0K - Messages for "General List Modules"

• Message number: 522

• Message text: Program (IS_VARIANT-REPORT) not specified

What causes this issue?

The key under which a display variant is to be saved is specified in
the IS_VARIANT structure. It must be an existing program. Display
variants with nonexistant programs are deleted during reorganization.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0K522 - Program (IS_VARIANT-REPORT) not specified ?

  The SAP error message 0K522 indicates that the program specified in the variant is not defined or cannot be found. This typically occurs when you try to execute a report or transaction using a variant that references a program that either does not exist or is not accessible in the current context.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Program: The program associated with the variant has been deleted or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Variant: The variant may have been created for a different program or has been modified incorrectly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the program or the variant.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused the program to be unavailable.
  System Configuration: The program may not be properly configured in the system, or there may be inconsistencies in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Program Existence: Verify that the program specified in the variant exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE38 or SE80 to search for the program name.
  Review the Variant: Go to the transaction where the variant is used and check the variant settings. Ensure that it is correctly linked to the intended program.
  Recreate the Variant: If the variant is corrupted or incorrectly configured, consider recreating it from scratch.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the program and access the variant.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: If the program is part of a custom development, consult the documentation or the developer to ensure that it is correctly set up.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE93 (Transaction Codes) can be useful for checking program and variant details.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Debugging: If you have access, you can debug the program to see where the error occurs and gather more information about the context in which the error is raised.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.