How To Fix BA560 - Test mode variant &1 doesn't exist for deletion program &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 560

• Message text: Test mode variant &1 doesn't exist for deletion program &2

What causes this issue?

You entered test mode variant &V1&, which doesn?t exist, in the settings
for postprocessing program &V2&.

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?

Create variant &V1& or enter an existing test mode variant.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA560 - Test mode variant &1 doesn't exist for deletion program &2 ?

  The SAP error message BA560 indicates that a test mode variant specified for a deletion program does not exist. This error typically occurs when you are trying to execute a deletion program in test mode, but the system cannot find the specified variant.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The variant specified in the deletion program does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Variant Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the variant name you are trying to use.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified variant.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was created in a different environment (like development) and not transported to the current environment (like production), it may not be available.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction where the deletion program is defined (e.g., SE38 or SA38).
  Enter the program name and check if the variant exists by clicking on the "Variants" button.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Variant:
  
  If the variant does not exist, create a new variant with the required parameters.
  If the variant exists but is not correctly configured, modify it to ensure it meets the requirements of the deletion program.
  
  
  
  Verify Naming:
  
  Double-check the name of the variant you are using in the deletion program to ensure there are no typos.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the deletion program has the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  
  
  
  Transport Variants:
  
  If the variant was created in a different environment, ensure that it has been transported to the current environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific deletion program you are using for additional context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SA38 (Execute Program), SE93 (Transaction Codes).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific deletion program or error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BA560 error and successfully execute the deletion program in test mode.