How To Fix /CEECV/ROLO021 - The variant is not found.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CEECV/ROLO -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: The variant is not found.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CEECV/ROLO021 - The variant is not found. ?

  The SAP error message /CEECV/ROLO021 The variant is not found typically occurs when a user tries to execute a report or transaction that relies on a specific variant that does not exist in the system. Variants in SAP are used to store specific selection criteria for reports, allowing users to run them with predefined parameters.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The variant specified in the report or transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Variant Name: The name of the variant may have been misspelled or incorrectly entered.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  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.
  Deletion of Variant: The variant may have been deleted or modified by another user.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Variant Name: Verify that the variant name is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant report or transaction and checking the available variants.
  Create or Modify Variant: If the variant does not exist, you can create a new variant with the required selection criteria. If it exists but is not accessible, consider modifying it or checking with the administrator.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the variant. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Transport Check: If the variant was created in a different environment, ensure that it has been properly transported to the current environment.
  Consult Documentation: Check any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific report or transaction to see if there are any known issues or additional steps required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 or SA38 to run reports and check for variants.
  User Roles: Ensure that your user role includes access to the necessary reports and variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific report or transaction you are using.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your 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.