How To Fix DB247 - Variant & is not a system variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 247

• Message text: Variant & is not a system variant

What causes this issue?

You attempted to rename a system variant.
Since the new variant name does not begin with the prefix SAP& or CUS&,
the attribute 'system variant' is lost.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB247 - Variant & is not a system variant ?

  The SAP error message "DB247 Variant & is not a system variant" typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a specific variant, but the variant you specified is not recognized as a valid system variant in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Variant: The variant you are trying to use does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the variant name you provided.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified variant.
  Client-Specific Variants: The variant may exist in a different client, and you are trying to access it in a client where it does not exist.
  Transport Issues: If the variant was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify that the variant exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs) and checking the variants available for that report.
  Correct Naming: Ensure that you are using the correct name for the variant. Check for any typos or case sensitivity issues.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the variant. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  Client Check: Make sure you are in the correct client where the variant is defined. You can check the client number in the SAP GUI.
  Recreate the Variant: If the variant does not exist, you may need to create it again using the appropriate transaction.
  Transport Verification: If the variant was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 (for ABAP programs) or SE93 (for variants) to manage and check variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be specific patches or updates that address the problem.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on managing variants and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.