How To Fix APB_FPM_GUIBB181 - Search variant does not exist for dynamic configuration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_FPM_GUIBB -

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Search variant does not exist for dynamic configuration

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

The Search component in this application has a dynamic configuration and
each configuration has an individual application key. This error message
is displayed because this Search component cannot find the <LS>Search ID
</>for this application.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_FPM_GUIBB181 - Search variant does not exist for dynamic configuration ?

  The SAP error message "APB_FPM_GUIBB181: Search variant does not exist for dynamic configuration" typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori applications or SAP Web Dynpro applications that utilize the Floorplan Manager (FPM). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a search variant that is expected for the dynamic configuration of a specific application or component.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Search Variant: The search variant that the application is trying to use has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The application might be incorrectly configured, leading to the system looking for a non-existent search variant.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the search variant.
  Transport Issues: If the application was recently transported from one system to another, the search variant may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the Search Variant:
  
  Navigate to the relevant application and create the required search variant. This can usually be done through the application’s UI where you can save a search configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the FPM configuration settings to ensure that the correct search variant is specified. This can be done in the FPM configuration settings in the SAP GUI or through the relevant transaction codes (like FPM or FPM_CONF).
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the search variant. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the application was recently transported, verify that the search variant was included in the transport request. If not, you may need to create it again in the target system.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the application to trace where the error is being triggered. This may provide insights into what is missing or misconfigured.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for FPM and the specific application you are working with to understand the expected configurations and requirements.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.