How To Fix CNV_10940_MSG561 - Activity cannot proceed as there are inconsistent variants.see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 561

• Message text: Activity cannot proceed as there are inconsistent variants.see long text

What causes this issue?

Activity can not proceed as there are inconsistent variants i,e few
reports/variants are modified during the preparation phase of variant
scan conversion.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

As the conversion will be done only for the consistent variants so you
have to exclude all the inconsistent variants by executing the activity
'Diaplay Consistency' activity and click on 'exclude' button OR
else if you want include all the inconsistent variants for conversion
then you have to once again execute all the activities start from
'Analyse Reports'.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_10940_MSG561 - Activity cannot proceed as there are inconsistent variants.see long text ?

  The SAP error message CNV_10940_MSG561 indicates that there are inconsistent variants in the system, which is preventing the activity from proceeding. This error typically arises during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's Conversion Tools or during the execution of certain programs that rely on variant configurations.
  Cause:
  
  
  Inconsistent Variants: The error suggests that the variants (which are predefined sets of parameters for report execution) are not consistent. This could be due to:
  
  Missing or incorrect parameters in the variant.
  Variants that reference objects or fields that no longer exist or have been changed.
  Variants that are not properly defined or saved.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If you are performing a data migration, the error may arise from inconsistencies in the data being migrated, which could affect the variants.
  
  
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the system or the underlying data model can lead to inconsistencies in the variants.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variants: 
  
  Go to the transaction where the variants are used (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs).
  Check the variants associated with the program or report that is causing the error.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled in correctly and that there are no missing parameters.
  
  
  
  Delete or Recreate Variants: 
  
  If you find that a variant is inconsistent, consider deleting it and recreating it with the correct parameters.
  Ensure that the new variant is saved properly.
  
  
  
  Review Migration Settings: 
  
  If this error occurs during a migration process, review the migration settings and ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  Check for any logs or detailed error messages that might provide more context on the inconsistency.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific migration or conversion tool you are using. There may be specific guidelines or known issues that can help resolve the error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details about the context in which it occurred.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), and others that may be relevant to the variants you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific program you are using. SAP Notes often contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Testing: After making changes to the variants or configurations, perform thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistencies causing the CNV_10940_MSG561 error.