How To Fix DB286 - Variant & has not been created for screen &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 286

• Message text: Variant & has not been created for screen &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB286 - Variant & has not been created for screen & ?

  The SAP error message DB286 indicates that a variant for a specific screen has not been created. This typically occurs when a user tries to execute a report or transaction that requires a variant, but the variant has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant: The most common cause is that the required variant for the specified report or transaction has not been created or saved.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to create or access the variant.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: The transaction code being used may not correspond to a valid report or screen that has variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the Variant:
  
  Navigate to the transaction or report that is generating the error.
  Enter the selection criteria as needed.
  Once the criteria are set, look for the "Save as Variant" option (usually found in the menu under "System" or "Variants").
  Provide a name for the variant and save it.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and manage variants. This may require checking with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Code:
  
  Double-check that you are using the correct transaction code and that it is intended to work with variants.
  
  
  
  Use Standard Variants:
  
  If applicable, check if there are any standard variants available for the report or transaction that can be used instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction or report to understand how variants are managed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to variant management, such as SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SA38 (Execute Report).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific transaction or report you are working with.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to create and manage variants effectively to avoid this error in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.