How To Fix DB124 - Client &: Variant & of program & is obsolete. Could not convert.

DB124 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB - Messages for logical databases and background processing

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Client &: Variant & of program & is obsolete. Could not convert.

What causes this issue?

You tried to convert the variant &V2& for the program &V3& to a new
storage place. This was not possible because the variant is obsolete
and could therefore not be imported.

System Response

This variant was not converted. The system continued converting the
other variants.

How to fix this error?

If you wish to convert the variant &V2&, first regenerate the program
&V3& and then start the program 'RSVARUM50' with the relevant options
and entries for this variant. If the error still occurs, use
transaction SE38 (ABAP Editor) to access the variant maintenance screen
and choose 'Adjust variant' in the menu. You must then restart the
program RSVARUM50 for this variant.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

DB124 - Details

• The SAP error message DB124 indicates that a specific client and variant of a program is considered obsolete and cannot be converted. This typically occurs when there are changes in the underlying data structures or when the program has been updated, making the old variant incompatible.
  
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Variants: The variant you are trying to use has been marked as obsolete due to changes in the program or its parameters.
  Program Changes: The program associated with the variant has undergone modifications that render the old variant unusable.
  Client-Specific Data: The error may also arise if the variant is client-specific and the client has been changed or deleted.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Updates: Verify if there are newer versions of the program or if the variant needs to be recreated based on the updated program.
  Recreate the Variant: If the variant is obsolete, you may need to create a new variant that aligns with the current version of the