How To Fix /CFG/FTI_TECH_ERROR046 - Error resolving central data references.Variant &1 does¦t exist in TDC &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/FTI_TECH_ERROR -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Error resolving central data references.Variant &1 does¦t exist in TDC &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/FTI_TECH_ERROR046 - Error resolving central data references.Variant &1 does¦t exist in TDC &2 ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/FTI_TECH_ERROR046 indicates that there is an issue with resolving central data references, specifically that a variant (identified by &1) does not exist in the specified TDC (Technical Data Container) &2. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Flexible Transport Management or related configuration scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Variant: The specified variant does not exist in the TDC. This could be due to:
  
  The variant was deleted or not created.
  The variant is in a different TDC than the one being referenced.
  Typographical errors in the variant name or TDC.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the transport configuration or the setup of the TDC itself.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified variant or TDC.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Verify that the variant specified in the error message exists in the TDC. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs) and checking the variants.
  
  
  
  Correct TDC Reference:
  
  Ensure that the TDC being referenced is correct and that it contains the required variant. If the variant is in a different TDC, you may need to adjust your configuration or reference the correct TDC.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Variant:
  
  If the variant does not exist, you may need to create it. If it was deleted, check if it can be restored from a backup or transport.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the TDC and the variant. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Configuration:
  
  Check the transport configuration settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This includes verifying the transport routes and the configuration of the TDC.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (for variants), SE09/SE10 (for transport requests), and ST22 (for dumps).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Flexible Transport Management and TDC configuration for more detailed guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.