How To Fix AQV220 - Specify a variant name


AQV220 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: AQV - Message texts for SAP Query

  • Message number: 220

  • Message text: Specify a variant name

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  • What causes this issue?

    You chose the function 'Execute with variant'. This function requires
    that you specify the name of a variant. This name may not be empty.

    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?

    Enter the name of a variant. You can use the value help to find out
    which variants exist for the query.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


AQV220 - Details

  • The SAP error message AQV220, which states "Specify a variant name," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires a variant but does not provide a name for it. Variants in SAP are used to save specific settings for reports or transactions, allowing users to execute them with predefined parameters.
    
    Cause: The error is triggered when: A user tries to run a report or transaction that requires a variant but does not specify a name for the variant. The system expects a variant to be defined for the execution of the report or transaction, but none is provided.
    Solution: To resolve the AQV220 error, follow these steps: Specify a Variant Name: When prompted for a variant, enter a valid name for the variant you wish to use or create. If you are creating a new variant, ensure that you fill in all required fields and save it. Check Existing Variants: If you want to use

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