How To Fix AO029 - To copy a variant, you must select the variant you want to copy from

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AO - Appropriation requests - Master data / Customizing

• Message number: 029

• Message text: To copy a variant, you must select the variant you want to copy from

What causes this issue?

You used the function for copying a variant, but you did not select a
variant for copying.

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?

To copy a variant, use the following method:
Select the variant you want, and choose the pushbutton 'Copy variant.'
The system then displays the detail screen for the new variant.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO029 - To copy a variant, you must select the variant you want to copy from ?

  The SAP error message AO029, which states "To copy a variant, you must select the variant you want to copy from," typically occurs when you are trying to copy a variant in a report or transaction but have not selected a source variant to copy from. This error is common in SAP environments where users work with variants to save specific settings for reports or transactions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  No Source Variant Selected: You are attempting to copy a variant without having selected an existing variant that you want to copy.
  Incorrect Navigation: You may have navigated to the copy function without properly selecting the variant first.
  User Permissions: In some cases, user permissions may restrict access to certain variants, leading to confusion about which variants are available for copying.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AO029 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Select a Source Variant:
  
  Before attempting to copy a variant, ensure that you have selected the variant you wish to copy from the list of available variants.
  Navigate to the variant selection screen and choose the appropriate variant.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Variants:
  
  Make sure that there are existing variants available for the report or transaction you are working with. If no variants exist, you will need to create one first.
  
  
  
  Correct Navigation:
  
  Ensure that you are following the correct steps to copy a variant. Typically, you would go to the variant management screen, select the variant, and then choose the copy option.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  If you suspect that permissions may be an issue, check with your SAP administrator to ensure you have the necessary rights to access and copy the variants.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Creating Variants: If you need to create a new variant, you can do so by selecting the "Save as Variant" option after setting the desired parameters in the report or transaction.
  Managing Variants: Familiarize yourself with the variant management tools in SAP, which allow you to create, modify, and delete variants as needed.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on working with variants in specific transactions or reports.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AO029 error and successfully copy the desired variant.