How To Fix 27164 - Reading one line of variant table &

27164 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 27 - API-specific configuration/master data messages

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Reading one line of variant table &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 27164 - Reading one line of variant table & ?

  The SAP error message 27164, which states "Reading one line of variant table &," typically occurs when there is an issue with the variant table in SAP. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to execute a report or transaction that relies on a variant for input parameters.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Variant: The specified variant does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  Corrupted Variant: The variant may be corrupted or improperly configured.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database that prevent the variant from being read.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify that the variant exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction and checking the variant list.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to