How To Fix CAWUSL117 - Variant &1, &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CAWUSL - Message Class for Generic Table Browser

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Variant &1, &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CAWUSL117 - Variant &1, &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CAWUSL117 indicates that a specific variant (identified by the parameters &1 and &2) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of variant management, where users are trying to access or execute a report or transaction using a variant that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The variant specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the variant name or the variant being deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Incorrect Client: The variant may exist in a different client, and the user is trying to access it in a client where it has not been created.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused it not to be created in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Name: Verify that the variant name is correctly entered. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect characters.
  Create or Restore Variant: If the variant does not exist, you may need to create it again. If it was deleted, check if it can be restored from a backup or if it can be recreated based on the previous settings.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Client Check: Confirm that you are in the correct client where the variant is supposed to exist. If necessary, switch to the appropriate client.
  Transport Logs: If the variant was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 or SA38 to execute reports and check for variants.
  Variant Management: Use transaction SE93 to manage variants and check their existence.
  Authorization Objects: Check authorization objects related to variant access, such as S_PROGRAM or S_TCODE.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on variant management and error handling.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.