How To Fix CC836 - Standard variant & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CC - ECM: Messages

• Message number: 836

• Message text: Standard variant & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CC836 - Standard variant & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CC836, which states "Standard variant & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with reports or variants for reports that are not found in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant: The specified standard variant does not exist in the system. This could be due to it being deleted, not created, or incorrectly referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified variant.
  Incorrect Input: The variant name may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not being able to find it.
  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 exist there.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction where the variant is used (e.g., transaction codes like KSB1, KSBP, etc.).
  Use the variant management options to check if the variant exists. You can do this by navigating to the variant selection screen and clicking on the "Variants" button to see the list of available variants.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore the Variant:
  
  If the variant does not exist, you may need to create it again. You can do this by selecting the appropriate report and saving the desired selection criteria as a new variant.
  If the variant was deleted, check if it can be restored from a backup or if it can be recreated.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the spelling and format of the variant name being used. Ensure that it matches exactly with what is stored in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the variant was created in a different environment, ensure that it has been properly transported to the current environment. You may need to coordinate with your Basis team to check transport logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to variant management, such as SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific report or transaction you are working with to understand how variants are managed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official support channels for further assistance.