How To Fix 5M348 - Entered company variant does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 348

• Message text: Entered company variant does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M348 - Entered company variant does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 5M348, which states "Entered company variant does not exist," typically occurs when a user tries to access a company code or variant that has not been defined in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the execution of reports, transactions, or when trying to access specific configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Company Variant: The company variant you are trying to use has not been created or is not active in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered the company variant incorrectly, including typos or incorrect codes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified company variant.
  Configuration Issues: The company variant may not be properly configured in the system settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Variant:
  
  Verify that the company variant you are trying to use exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Use transaction code OBY6 to check the company codes and their variants.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Company Variant:
  
  If the company variant does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done by a user with the appropriate configuration permissions.
  If it exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Correct Input:
  
  Double-check the input for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are using the correct company variant code.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the company variant. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the relevant SAP documentation or help files for additional context on the company variant and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (for company code settings) and SPRO (for configuration settings).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to access the company variant in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5M348 and successfully access the desired company variant in SAP.