How To Fix CKCC053 - Variant &1 does not exist for program &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKCC - Messages in the Costing Run Cockpit

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Variant &1 does not exist for program &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKCC053 - Variant &1 does not exist for program &2 ?

  The SAP error message CKCC053 indicates that a specific variant (identified by &1) does not exist for the specified program (identified by &2). This error typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires a specific variant, but that variant has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant: The most common cause is that the variant specified does not exist in the system. This could be due to it being deleted, not created, or incorrectly named.
  Incorrect Program Name: The program name specified might be incorrect, leading to the system not being able to find the variant associated with that program.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant, even if it exists.
  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 be available.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction associated with the program (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs).
  Enter the program name and check if the variant exists by clicking on the "Variants" button.
  If the variant does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify the Variant:
  
  If the variant is missing, create a new variant with the required parameters.
  If the variant exists but is not functioning correctly, you may need to modify it.
  
  
  
  Verify Program Name:
  
  Double-check the program name you are using to ensure it is correct.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Transport the Variant:
  
  If the variant was created in a different environment, ensure that it is transported to the current environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the variant or program, consult the relevant SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE93 (Transaction Codes), SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to variants and programs.
  User Roles: Review user roles and authorizations to ensure proper access to the required variants.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CKCC053 error and successfully access the required variant for the specified program.