How To Fix CNV_10940_MSG025 - Inconsistency in Variant &2 of program &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_10940_MSG - Message Class for Report Variant Scan

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Inconsistency in Variant &2 of program &1

Diagnosis
Error in reading contents of report &V1& - variant &V2&.
Since this variant was generated, the report SELECT-OPTIONS or
PARAMETERs have changed considerably, i.e. the type or length no longer
match and PARAMETERs have become SELECT-OPTIONS or vice versa. Many of
these changes are so serious that even attempting to import the variant
results into runtime errors.
Procedure
Adjust or delete the variant.
If you want these variants to be analyzed again and participate in
conversion, adjust the reported variant and re-execute activity "
<ZK>Analyze Variants</>".

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_10940_MSG025 - Inconsistency in Variant &2 of program &1 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_10940_MSG025 indicates an inconsistency in a variant of a specific program. This error typically arises during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's tools for data transfer or transformation.
  Cause:
  The inconsistency in the variant can be due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Parameters: The variant may reference parameters that are not defined or have been changed.
  Program Changes: If the program has been modified after the variant was created, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was transported from one system to another, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing or inconsistent data.
  User Authorizations: Sometimes, the user executing the program may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Variant:
  
  Go to the transaction code for the program (e.g., SE38 or SA38).
  Access the variant using the variant management options.
  Verify that all parameters are correctly defined and that there are no missing values.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Variant:
  
  If the variant is found to be corrupted or inconsistent, consider deleting it and recreating it from scratch.
  
  
  
  Review Program Changes:
  
  Check if there have been any recent changes to the program that might affect the variant. If so, update the variant accordingly.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the variant was transported, ensure that the transport request was completed successfully and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the program has the necessary authorizations to access the variant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific program or data migration tool you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE93 (Transaction Codes), and SE37 (Function Modules) may be useful for checking the program and its variants.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Data Migration Tools: If you are using specific SAP data migration tools (like SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit), check their documentation for any known issues related to variants.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP directly for further assistance.