How To Fix CNV_MBT_46087 - No variant for activity; create variant first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_MBT_46 - PCL message class

• Message number: 087

• Message text: No variant for activity; create variant first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_MBT_46087 - No variant for activity; create variant first ?

  The SAP error message CNV_MBT_46087 indicates that there is no variant available for a specific activity in the context of a migration or conversion process. This error typically arises when you are trying to execute a migration activity that requires a predefined variant, but none has been created or assigned.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant: The most common cause is that the required variant for the specific activity has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the migration activity may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing any available variants.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or create variants.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error CNV_MBT_46087, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Create a Variant:
  
  Go to the transaction code related to the activity you are trying to execute (e.g., SE38 for report execution).
  Execute the report or activity and create a new variant by filling in the necessary parameters.
  Save the variant with a meaningful name.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Variants:
  
  If you believe a variant should exist, check the existing variants for the activity. You can do this by navigating to the variant management screen (e.g., using transaction SE38 and selecting "Variants").
  Ensure that the variant is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are working with a migration project, ensure that the configuration settings for the migration activity are correct and that they point to the right variant.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to create and manage variants. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific migration activity you are working on. There may be additional steps or prerequisites that need to be fulfilled.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE93 (Transaction Codes), and others that may be pertinent to your migration activities.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific migration activity or the error message itself. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP Community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNV_MBT_46087 error and successfully create or assign a variant for the required activity.