How To Fix APB_FPM_GUIBB182 - Defined Default Variant "&1" is not displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_FPM_GUIBB -

• Message number: 182

• Message text: Defined Default Variant "&1" is not displayed

What causes this issue?

The defined default search variant is not displayed due to changes in
the search criteria by the feeder class.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_FPM_GUIBB182 - Defined Default Variant "&1" is not displayed ?

  The SAP error message APB_FPM_GUIBB182, which states "Defined Default Variant '&1' is not displayed," typically occurs in the context of the Floorplan Manager (FPM) and the use of GUIBB (Graphical User Interface Building Blocks) in SAP applications. This error indicates that a default variant that has been defined for a specific FPM application is not being displayed as expected.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant: The specified default variant may not exist in the system or may not be properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the FPM application or the GUIBB that prevent the variant from being displayed.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings in the FPM configuration might not be correctly pointing to the defined default variant.
  User-Specific Settings: The user might have personal settings that override the default variant.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify that the default variant specified in the error message actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or application and checking the available variants.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This may involve checking roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  Configuration Review: Review the FPM configuration for the application to ensure that the default variant is correctly defined and linked. This may involve checking the configuration in the FPM application configuration settings.
  Adjust User Settings: If the user has personal settings that override the default variant, consider resetting or adjusting these settings.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the variant is being filtered out or not displayed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  FPM Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on Floorplan Manager and GUIBB for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved by other users.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.