How To Fix APB_FPM_GUIBB057 - Search variant does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_FPM_GUIBB -

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Search variant does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_FPM_GUIBB057 - Search variant does not exist ?

  The SAP error message APB_FPM_GUIBB057 indicates that a search variant you are trying to use in a Floorplan Manager (FPM) application does not exist. This error typically occurs when a user attempts to access a search variant that has either been deleted, not created, or is not available in the current context.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Search Variant: The search variant you are trying to use has not been created or has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the search variant.
  Incorrect Configuration: The application configuration may not be set up correctly to reference the search variant.
  User-Specific Variants: The search variant may be user-specific and not available for the current user.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create or Restore the Search Variant:
  
  Check if the search variant exists in the system. If it does not, you may need to create it again.
  If it was deleted, you may need to restore it if possible.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the search variant. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Review Application Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the FPM application to ensure that it is correctly set up to reference the search variant.
  Check the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  User-Specific Variants:
  
  If the search variant is user-specific, ensure that the user is logged in with the correct credentials and that the variant is available for that user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing search variants in FPM applications.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SE93 (to check for existing variants) or FPM (to access Floorplan Manager) to manage and troubleshoot search variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  User Guide: Refer to the user guide for the specific FPM application you are using for more detailed instructions on managing search variants.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message APB_FPM_GUIBB057 and ensure that the search variant is available for use.