How To Fix BFIBL02193 - Enter a variant as a selection parameter

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BFIBL02 - Payment Medium: Messages

• Message number: 193

• Message text: Enter a variant as a selection parameter

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BFIBL02193 - Enter a variant as a selection parameter ?

  The SAP error message BFIBL02193 typically indicates that a variant needs to be specified as a selection parameter in a report or transaction. This error often occurs in the context of financial or controlling reports where specific selection criteria are required to filter the data being processed.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires a variant for selection parameters, but no variant has been provided.
  The variant is either not defined, or the user has not selected an existing variant before executing the report.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Existing Variants:
  
  Go to the report or transaction where the error occurred.
  Look for a button or option labeled "Variants" or "Selection Variants."
  Check if there are any existing variants that you can select.
  
  
  
  Create a New Variant:
  
  If no suitable variant exists, you can create a new one:
  
  Navigate to the selection screen of the report.
  Enter the required selection criteria.
  Click on the "Save" or "Variant" button (usually represented by a disk icon).
  Provide a name and description for the variant and save it.
  
  
  
  
  
  Select the Variant:
  
  After creating or identifying a variant, ensure that you select it before executing the report.
  Use the "Variants" button to choose the appropriate variant.
  
  
  
  Execute the Report:
  
  Once the variant is selected, try executing the report again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to financial reporting, such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or use variants in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.