How To Fix AQ222 - Standard variant & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Standard variant & does not exist

What causes this issue?

When you execute this query, the system is always supposed to use the
(standard) variant specified in the message, unless you define a
different variant. However, no standard variant has been defined.

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?

Define the standard variant first.
To maintain variants, select <LS>Goto -> Maintain variants</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ222 - Standard variant & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message AQ222, which states "Standard variant & does not exist," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that relies on a standard variant that has not been defined or is not available in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as the variant being deleted, not being created, or the user not having the necessary authorizations to access it.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Variant: The specified standard variant has not been created or has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the variant.
  Incorrect Naming: The variant name may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not being able to find it.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction where the variant is used and check if the variant exists. You can do this by navigating to the variant selection screen and looking for the variant name.
  
  
  
  Create or Recreate the Variant:
  
  If the variant does not exist, you can create it by entering the required selection criteria and saving it as a new variant.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Correct the Variant Name:
  
  Double-check the spelling and format of the variant name to ensure it is entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the variant was supposed to be transported from another system, verify that the transport request was completed successfully and that the variant was included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the transaction or report you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using various transaction codes (e.g., SE38 for report execution, SE93 for variants).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AQ222 error and successfully access the required variant.