How To Fix CNV_10940_MSG527 - Variant &1 in report &2 does not exists &3 &4 &5

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 527

• Message text: Variant &1 in report &2 does not exists &3 &4 &5

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_10940_MSG527 - Variant &1 in report &2 does not exists &3 &4 &5 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_10940_MSG527 indicates that a specific variant (identified by &1) for a report (identified by &2) does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's tools for data migration, such as the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other conversion tools.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant: The specified variant for the report is not defined in the system. Variants are used to store specific selection criteria for reports, and if the variant is missing, the system cannot execute the report with the intended parameters.
  Incorrect Report Name: The report name provided may be incorrect or misspelled, leading to the system not finding the associated variant.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the report may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified variant.
  Transport Issues: If the report and its variants were transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in the variant not being available in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify if the variant exists for the specified report. You can do this by navigating to the report in the SAP GUI and checking the variants available for it.
  
  Use transaction code SE38 or SA38 to execute the report and check for variants.
  
  
  Create the Variant: If the variant does not exist, you can create it by executing the report and saving the desired selection criteria as a new variant.
  Verify Report Name: Ensure that the report name is correctly specified in the program or transaction that is calling it.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the report and its variants. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  Transport Check: If the report and its variants were transported, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that the transport was successful. You may need to re-transport the objects if they are missing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE38 or SA38: To execute reports and manage variants.
  PFCG: To manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data migration and report execution for best practices and guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP's support portal for further assistance.