How To Fix /CCIS/SCMIM021 - Variant not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CCIS/SCMIM -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Variant not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CCIS/SCMIM021 - Variant not found ?

  The SAP error message /CCIS/SCMIM021 Variant not found typically occurs in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when the system is unable to locate a specific variant that is required for a particular operation or process. This can happen for various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Variant: The specified variant does not exist in the system. This could be due to deletion or it was never created.
  Incorrect Variant Name: The name of the variant being referenced may be misspelled or incorrectly formatted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the variant.
  Data Transport Issues: If the variant was created in a different environment (e.g., development) and not transported to the current environment (e.g., production), it may not be available.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings that prevent the variant from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify that the variant exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or application where the variant should be available.
  Correct Variant Name: Ensure that the variant name is spelled correctly and follows the required naming conventions.
  Review Authorizations: Check the user’s authorization profile to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the variant.
  Transport Variants: If the variant was created in a different environment, ensure that it has been properly transported to the current environment.
  Recreate the Variant: If the variant is missing and cannot be found, consider recreating it with the necessary parameters.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the variant in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to manage variants, such as SE38 for ABAP programs or SCM related transactions for supply chain processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.