How To Fix BD059 - Report & with variant & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BD - cross-application: data transfer

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Report & with variant & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BD059 - Report & with variant & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message BD059 indicates that a report with the specified name and variant does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when trying to execute a report using a specific variant that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Report: The report name specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Missing Variant: The variant specified for the report is either not created or has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the report or its variants.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typo or incorrect input in the report name or variant field.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Report Name: Verify that the report name you are trying to execute is correct. You can do this by checking the transaction code associated with the report.
  Check Variants: 
  
  Go to the report selection screen and check if the variant exists. You can do this by clicking on the "Variants" button or using the "Get Variants" option.
  If the variant does not exist, you may need to create it again.
  
  
  Create or Modify Variant:
  
  If the variant is missing, create a new variant by entering the required selection criteria and saving it with the desired name.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the report and access its variants. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the report or its variants, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with a colleague who is familiar with the report.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report) to check the report and its variants.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the report or variants.
  User Roles: Review user roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG to ensure proper access rights.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be helpful to contact your SAP support team for further assistance.