How To Fix AJ097 - Unexpected termination in variant &1 in schema &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Unexpected termination in variant &1 in schema &2

What causes this issue?

An error has occurred during execution of a variant. Further processing
is not possible; billing of the contract is therefore terminated.

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?

For more information, refer to the details in the application log.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ097 - Unexpected termination in variant &1 in schema &2 ?

  The SAP error message AJ097, which states "Unexpected termination in variant &1 in schema &2," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when executing payroll-related functions in SAP. This error indicates that there was an unexpected termination or failure in a specific variant of a payroll schema.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The variant specified in the error message may not be correctly configured or may have missing components.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect employee records, infotypes, or payroll results.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the payroll schema, they may lead to unexpected terminations.
  System Bugs: There could be bugs in the SAP system or specific patches that need to be applied.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the payroll process may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or execute specific functions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the