How To Fix CNV_MBT_46174 - Variants not maintained for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_MBT_46 - PCL message class

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Variants not maintained for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_MBT_46174 - Variants not maintained for &1 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_MBT_46174 indicates that variants have not been maintained for a specific object or program, represented by &1. This error typically arises during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or similar tools.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system expects certain variants (which are predefined settings or configurations for a report or program) to be available for the specified object, but they are not found. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Variants: The required variants for the specified program or report have not been created or saved in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the migration or conversion process may not have been set up correctly, leading to the absence of expected variants.
  Transport Issues: If the variants were supposed to be transported from another system and the transport did not include them, this error may occur.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error CNV_MBT_46174, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Variants:
  
  Go to the transaction code associated with the program or report indicated by &1.
  Check if the required variants exist. You can do this by navigating to the variant management screen (usually accessible via the program's selection screen).
  
  
  
  Create Missing Variants:
  
  If the required variants are missing, create them by entering the necessary selection criteria and saving them as a variant.
  Ensure that the variants are saved in the correct client and are accessible to the user or process that is triggering the error.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the migration or conversion process to ensure that all necessary parameters and variants are correctly defined.
  If you are using a migration tool, check the documentation for any specific requirements regarding variants.
  
  
  
  Transport Variants:
  
  If the variants were supposed to be transported from another system, ensure that the transport request includes the necessary variants and that they have been successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific migration or conversion process you are using. There may be additional steps or considerations specific to your scenario.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE93 (Transaction Codes) to manage and check variants.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CNV_MBT_46174 error message.